Join us for the launch of our new exhibit at the Sikh Heritage Museum, Chandra Bodalia’s Legacy: The History and Heritage of Gurdwaras in BC, curated by the South Asian Studies Institute!

Affectionally nicknamed, the ‘Smile Catcher’, Chandra Bodalia was a prominent member of the South Asian community in B.C.’s lower mainland area and was a visual recordkeeper of many of the community’s events. This exhibit highlights Bodalia’s work of photographing Gurdwaras across B.C., capturing many historical buildings and sites important to the history of Sikh settler heritage in Canada. 

We hope to see you there!

Date: Sunday, July 20, 2025

Time: 2:00 – 4:00 PM

Location: Sikh Heritage Museum, Gur Sikh Temple National Historic Site, 33089 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, BC V2S 2B1

Admission is free and all are welcome.

Exhibit open from July 2025 to August 2026

Daily hours (post-opening) 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

RSVP or for more information: sasi@ufv.ca