Lionel Wendt Art Centre, Colombo

Name: Lionel Wendt Art Centre
Address: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Telephone: +94 11 269 5794

#63 among attractions in Colombo

Concerts and shows, Theater

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Facts and practical information

The Lionel Wendt Art Centre is a major art centre and theatre in Colombo, Sri Lanka, dedicated to the memory of Sri Lankan photographic artist Lionel Wendt. It combines live theatre and art exhibition, with two exhibition galleries and a theatre with over 600 seats. It is managed by a trust established by an Act of Parliament. ()

Local name: ලයනල් වෙන්ඩ්ට් කලා කේන්ද්‍ර Opened: 12 December 1953 (70 years ago)Coordinates: 6°54'25"N, 79°51'39"E

Address

District 3 (Cinnamon Garden)Colombo Sri Lanka

Contact

+94 11 269 5794

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Day trips

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Lionel Wendt Art Centre?

Nearby attractions include Rajakeeya Mawatha, Colombo (4 min walk), Navarangahala, Colombo (5 min walk), National Museum of Colombo, Colombo (5 min walk), Srawasthi Mandiraya, Colombo (7 min walk).

How to get to Lionel Wendt Art Centre by public transport?

The nearest stations to Lionel Wendt Art Centre:

Bus

Thummulla Roundabout Bus Stop (22 min walk)

Train

Kollupitiya (24 min walk)
Bambalapitiya (27 min walk)