In Northeast India, oral tradition has long been the primary means of communication and cultural preservation, with storytelling playing a vital role in passing down histories and legacies through generations. Despite the introduction of photography in the early 1900s, oral narratives remain central to community identity, with photographs serving as supplementary documentation of events like weddings and official functions. However, many hidden narratives remain undiscovered within family collections, emphasizing the need to bridge the gap between oral and visual documentation.

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"Legacy Threads" is an exhibition that aims to uncover Northeast India's historical heritage by exploring family photo collections and community archives. Through photographs, videos, letters, and artefacts, the exhibition provides insight into the diverse histories, traditions, and identities of the region's communities. The exhibition focuses on familial roots and the interconnectedness of personal narratives within the larger cultural landscape, celebrating both the uniqueness of each family's journey and the shared threads that bind communities together. By facilitating intergenerational dialogue and reflection, "Legacy Threads" aims to shed light on the hidden historical narratives of Northeast India.