David Hall Gallery & Cafe

Welcome, valued visitors, to David Hall Gallery and Cafe, a serene green sanctuary in Fort Kochi, Kerala, where three hundred and thirty years of living history seamlessly weave together with the vibrant spirit of contemporary…

Please stand near the front entrance lawn and take a few moments to appreciate the elegant, understated exterior of David Hall. As you gaze across the wide green lawn, your eyes are drawn to the low-slung terracotta tiled roof,…

Stepping inside through the main doorway into the restored interior gallery rooms, the busy sounds of the outside world immediately soften into a quiet, contemplative sanctuary. The crisp whitewashed walls, soaring ceilings, and…

Now, please follow the short connecting hallway and physically step into the inner domestic chambers of the historic bungalow. During the globally acclaimed Kochi-Muziris Biennale, this intimate inner gallery transforms into one…

Leaving the emotional depth of the interior galleries behind, step through the open garden doorway into the sun-dappled brilliance of David Hall's central courtyard lawn. This expansive open-air green space serves as an oasis of…

As you walk toward the shaded edge of the lawn where the garden meets the open veranda, the enticing aromas of burning wood smoke, melting cheese, and freshly brewed coffee greet your senses. Welcome to the Garden Cafe at David…

Step onto the spacious wooden veranda that stretches gracefully along the inner perimeter of the bungalow, directly overlooking the tranquil central garden lawn. Beneath the deep, protective eaves of the tiled roof, wooden chairs…

As we step through the front gates of David Hall and look across the street toward the broad, historic expanse of the Parade Ground, our audio guided tour comes to a gentle conclusion. Thank you for joining us today to explore…