The Tukka Wadu Hereditary Masks and Kolam Drama Conservation Center, located in Ambalangoda is a non-profit organization established in 2014 with the official sponsorship of the Government of Sri Lanka. The Center represents the oldest existing hereditary lineage responsible for the continuous transmission of Sri Lanka’s traditional mask-making and Kolam drama, preserving an unbroken family heritage spanning over 300 years.

Core Functions & Activities:

Heritage Preservation & Conservation: Managing a specialized permanent collection and mask museum containing rare, historic authentic Kolam masks—safeguarding original styles from modern modifications

Knowledge Transmission: Conducting hands-on workshops in authentic mask-carving, traditional painting, performance acting for younger generations

Research & Documentation: Supporting academic documentation, historical research, and public demonstrations to foster global understanding of this highly vulnerable living heritage

Policy Advisory: Formulating and submitting strategic proposals to relevant state authorities to aid the sustainable protection, development, and transmission
Through its dedicated safeguarding mission, the Center serves as an active educational hub contributing to the long-term vitality of Sri Lanka's intangible cultural heritage