This puppet art museum was established with the intention of preserving the memory of traditional arts in the mind of Sri Lankan community and also to take this art to the international level. Puppet shows, collecting data and research work, training sessions, seminars and lectures are conducted at this centre. Many projects are being organized to popularize the puppet art in Sri Lanka and abroad with the collaboration of Cultural ministry, Tourism ministry and education Ministry. Founder of this traditional puppet art museum and present chairman and managing director, presidential award winner, world master Mr. Sarath Abeygunawardhana is directing this institute with the help of well experienced staff.