One of BESTSELLER FUND newest initiatives the Tranquebar Craft Resource Center (TCRC) . This project began 2008 with the intension to revive the culture and craft of Tranquebar and create both incomes for the artisans and more activities for Tranquebar as a heritage town. In December 2009 TCRC opened and now works with the local craftspeople around Tranquebar to improve livelihood opportunities. The center will become a meeting point for the artisans, where they can share experience.
Giving the artisans of Tranquebar a voice
TCRC has a nice and modern permanent exhibition and current craft products, made of bamboo, coconut, terracotta, palm leaf, sea shell, wood and cane lab, on display for visitors to browse through the beautiful hand work. Occasionally craft artisans will be working at the TCRC to interact with guests directly. This place provides interactive grounds for skill development of the craft community as they will interact with designers and guests who have new ideas. The project workers at TCRC are working towards a making a little craft shop at the center where visitors can buy little souvenirs of Tranquebar.