Roshan Mishra
Biography
Roshan Mishra is a curator and art promoter committed to the preservation and advancement of Nepali art and heritage. He currently serves as the Director of Taragaon Next in Kathmandu and is also an active visual artist. Alongside his curatorial work, he oversees the Nepal Architecture Archive (NAA) and its library, both run under the Saraf Foundation for Himalayan Traditions and Culture, the patron organization of Taragaon Next.
His association with Taragaon Next spans over a decade. During this time, he has played a key role in curating the museum’s permanent collection, establishing the Contemporary Art Gallery, and developing the Nepal Architecture Archive, which serves as an important resource documenting Nepal’s architectural and urban history. He regularly collaborates with external curators and leads the development of exhibitions that reflect diverse artistic voices and cultural narratives.
His curatorial projects include contemporary art exhibitions such as Object in Focus, Nepali Art: Beyond the Border, and Artist Studio Shows, among others. He is also the founder of the Global Nepali Museum and Nepalian Art, Mishra Museum—platforms aimed at connecting Nepali artists and collections with audiences and institutions around the world. All of these initiatives are driven by his curatorial practice.
Academically, he holds a Master’s degree in Fine Arts, having studied in Nepal, Japan, and the United Kingdom. These cross-cultural experiences have shaped his interdisciplinary approach to curatorial practice and visual research.
Beyond institutional responsibilities, he is actively involved in the Nepal Heritage Repatriation Campaign (NHRC), an independent initiative dedicated to the restitution of lost and stolen cultural heritage. His work continues to focus on creating inclusive spaces that celebrate Nepali art while critically engaging with its history, context, and global relevance.
Roshan Mishra, Director and Curator at Taragaon Next / Saraf Foundation in Kathmandu, Nepal, has been awarded by the Saastamoinen Foundation & the Getty Foundation.