Advancing research on Malabar's society, history and culture.


Established by the University of Calicut and supported by the Grace Educational Association, the Chair holds workshops, seminars, training programmes and talks throughout the year — fostering research and dialogue on the issues that shape developing societies.
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Independent programmes and forums operating under the Chair's umbrella, each with its own focus and dedicated platform.
Mappila Heritage Library, unique of its kind. An attempt against forgetfulness. Our target users vary from the common people to high end researchers. Periodicals of all sorts and origin ore collected and preserved here with the aid of a scientific and digitized index is maintained at Heritage Library
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Mappila Heritage Library* Preserving 400 Years of Mappila Heritage From rare periodicals to digitized collections, we safeguard Malabar's cultural legacy-for curious minds and dedicated researchers alike. alike. Free, open access for all. Discover more with our upcoming Heritage Museum and in-house magazine