Archive · 30 May 2025
Jayalakshmi Vilas Mansion in Mysuru Under Restoration
The Jayalakshmi Vilas Mansion, a historic building in Mysuru, India, is currently being restored.
Built around 1900, it was once a royal residence and later used by the University of Mysore.
The building now houses a folklore museum.
The restoration, supported by the Deccan Heritage Foundation India and funded by various sources, aims to preserve the building's architectural heritage.
The goal is to transform it into a cultural center with exhibits, performances, and other events to ensure it can sustain itself.
The project involves multiple teams working on different aspects, including architectural restoration and object conservation.
The Jayalakshmi Vilas Mansion in Mysuru is undergoing restoration after years of neglect.
Built around 1900, the mansion has served as a royal residence, an academic hub, and a museum.
The restoration is supported by the Deccan Heritage Foundation India and funded by the U.S. Ambassador’s Fund and Harish and Bina Shah Foundation.
The project includes restoring the building and turning it into a cultural center for events and exhibits.
Multiple teams are working on architectural restoration, object conservation, and digital imaging.
- Who
- The Deccan Heritage Foundation India, with support from multiple funding sources.
- What
- Restoration of the Jayalakshmi Vilas Mansion, a historic building.
- When
- Work started around 1900; Restoration underway in 2024.
- Where
- Mysuru, Karnataka, India.
- Why
- To preserve the building’s heritage and transform it into a sustainable cultural center.
- Location
- Mysuru, Karnataka
- Original Construction Year
- Around 1900
- Architect
- Henry Irwin
- Former Use
- Royal Residence, Academic Hub, Folklore Museum
- Current Status
- Under Restoration
- Restoration Funding
- U.S. Ambassador’s Fund, Harish and Bina Shah Foundation
- Initial Grant
- $300,000
- HBSF Grant
- ₹ 30 crore in January 2024