Unique place Janapada Locke – the Museum of Folk Art is located in Karnataka, in h kilometers from Bangalore city. But it is not a Museum in the traditional sense, it's more of a research and cultural centre, where you can not only see the creations of Indian craftsmen, but also to see the play and participate impromptu performances, attend master-classes and just relax. The main thrust of the center is to preserve and promote lifestyle close to nature and to their roots.

Conceived this organization was in 1986, renowned canadian folklorist Nago Gowda, and by 1994 the project was implemented in reality.

Located in the countryside Janapada Locke occupies approximately cu m and represents the whole complex of buildings and resembles a sort of student campus. The main points where definitely worth a visit when visiting this Museum, are: Saraswathi Mandir – located near an artificial lake Locke Sarovara building, where you can admire the hand-made dolls in human growth; Locke Mahal – the warehouse where the guns were, ritual and carnival masks, dishes, various artifacts; puppet theatre; open air theatre; cinema. In addition there is often a variety of workshops, and also offers various courses to obtain a certificate of Museum of Folk Arts at their end.

Every year on the territory Janapada Locke conducted a large number of celebrations and festivals. The most famous and popular festival is Locative, which is held in February or March, and lasts two days.