A Tribute to Vision and Dedication: The Creation of Our E-Museum In the heart of our family lies a treasure trove of history, culture, and timeless stories—The Fakir Khana Museum. This cherished institution was established by our revered ancestors, serving as a testament to their passion for preserving our heritage. Building on this legacy, my brother, Fakir Syed Iftikhar ud Din, has undertaken a groundbreaking project: the creation of the first e-museum of its kind in Pakistan.
The foundation of the Fakir Khana Museum was laid by our ancestors, and for generations, it has been a beacon of cultural preservation and education. In August 2004, we will launch an e-museum that carries this legacy into the digital age. This innovative endeavor is the brainchild of Fakir Iftikhar, the son of Fakir Aitizaz ud Din. At just 29 years old, Fakir Iftikhar recognized a unique opportunity while surfing the internet. He noticed a niche for a digital platform that could bring our museum's vast collections to a global audience. "I grew up around these collections, and every time our friends came over, they would inevitably get a tour of the museum," Fakir Iftikhar recalls. "They were fascinated by the stories these objects had to tell and kept coming back for more. Now, a lot of them have moved abroad and often ask me to send a picture or two so they can share the stories with others."
It was these repeated requests from friends and the evident intrigue they held for the museum's artifacts that ignited the spark of the e-museum in Fakir Iftikhar's mind. Despite facing a lack of understanding about the project's potential, he persevered, driven by his far-sighted vision to make our collections accessible to as many people as possible. For over five decades, the Fakir Khana Museum and its various activities have been entirely funded by our family. This has been a constant drain on our finances, but our commitment to preserving and sharing our heritage has never wavered. Fakir Iftikhar took it upon himself to complete the digital cataloguing of the museum's vast collection—a monumental task he achieved with remarkable dedication and skill.
It was these repeated requests from friends and the evident intrigue they held for the museum's artifacts that ignited the spark of the e-museum in Fakir Iftikhar's mind. Despite facing a lack of understanding about the project's potential, he persevered, driven by his far-sighted vision to make our collections accessible to as many people as possible. For over five decades, the Fakir Khana Museum and its various activities have been entirely funded by our family. This has been a constant drain on our finances, but our commitment to preserving and sharing our heritage has never wavered. Fakir Iftikhar took it upon himself to complete the digital cataloguing of the museum's vast collection—a monumental task he achieved with remarkable dedication and skill.
The e-museum is more than just a project; it is a testament to Fakir Iftikhar's unwavering dedication and love for our family heritage. It represents a dream realized, a vision brought to life through countless hours of hard work and an unyielding belief in the power of sharing history with the world.