Mission and Vision

The Eternal Gandhi Museum Houston is a cultural and educational institution dedicated to preserving and sharing the life, legacy, and teachings of Mahatma Gandhi. Through exhibitions, educational programs, and community engagement, the museum seeks to cultivate the universal values of truth, nonviolence, peace, love, and service. 

Our Mission

The mission of the Eternal Gandhi Museum Houston is to educate and inspire individuals of all ages by preserving and promoting Mahatma Gandhi’s philosophy of nonviolence and ethical leadership. The museum serves as a place for learning, reflection, and dialogue—encouraging visitors to understand the power of nonviolent action and to apply these principles in their own lives and communities. 

Our Vision

The vision of the Eternal Gandhi Museum Houston is to be a leading center for education and reflection on nonviolence, fostering understanding, compassion, and responsible citizenship. 

The museum envisions a world in which individuals and communities resolve conflict through nonviolent means, uphold truth, justice, and human dignity, practice service and empathy in daily life, and draw inspiration from history to address contemporary challenges. 

Our Core Values

Truth

Truth
Commitment to honesty, integrity, and ethical conduct in thought and action. 

Nonviolence

Nonviolence
Commitment to honesty, integrity, and ethical conduct in thought and action. 

Peace

Peace
Commitment to honesty, integrity, and ethical conduct in thought and action. 

Love

Love
Commitment to honesty, integrity, and ethical conduct in thought and action. 

Service

Service
Commitment to honesty, integrity, and ethical conduct in thought and action. 

Truth

Truth

Commitment to honesty, integrity, and ethical conduct in thought and action. 

Nonviolence

Nonviolence

Commitment to honesty, integrity, and ethical conduct in thought and action. 

Peace

Peace

Commitment to honesty, integrity, and ethical conduct in thought and action. 

Love

Love

Commitment to honesty, integrity, and ethical conduct in thought and action. 

Nonviolence

Nonviolence

Commitment to honesty, integrity, and ethical conduct in thought and action. 

How We Fulfill Our Mission  
The Eternal Gandhi Museum Houston advances its mission through permanent and rotating exhibitions; educational programs for students and educators; guided tours and digital learning experiences; lectures, community programs, and youth engagement; and partnerships with schools, organizations, and civic institutions. 
A Living Legacy 

Mahatma Gandhi’s life and teachings continue to resonate across generations and cultures. The Eternal Gandhi Museum Houston honors this legacy by creating a space where history informs present-day choices and inspires thoughtful action for the future. 

Our Commitment 

The museum is committed to inclusivity, educational excellence, and responsible stewardship. As a nonprofit institution, it exists to serve the public good and to ensure that the message of nonviolence remains accessible and relevant for generations to come.

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