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May 21, 2008 9:00 am (Wednesday) to
Sep 30, 2008 7:00 pm (Tuesday)
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Asian Civilisations Museum (map)
1 Empress Place Singapore 179555
Singapore, 179555
Singapore
Singapore, 179555
Singapore
1.2874355
103.8513914
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Venue: Asian Civilisations Museum (1 Empress Place S179555)
Time: Mon: 1pm - 7pm, Tue to Sun: 9am – 7pm (Friday: 9am - 9pm)
The history of Vietnam is shrouded in a rich oral trad...
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Event details: VIệT NAM! FROM MYTH TO MODERNITY
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Venue: Asian Civilisations Museum (1 Empress Place S179555)
Time: Mon: 1pm - 7pm, Tue to Sun: 9am – 7pm (Friday: 9am - 9pm)
The history of Vietnam is shrouded in a rich oral tradition of myth and legend - many Vietnamese believe themselves to be the descendents of the Dragon King and Mountain Fairy. As part of the inaugural NHB Vietnam Festival, come explore the unique Vietnamese cultural identity and marvel at the craftsmanship of impressive Dong Son bronze drums and weapons, imposing Hindu-Buddhist temple sculptures, delicate blue and white ceramics and whimsical woodblock prints. This landmark exhibition will take the visitor through 2500 years of Vietnam’s history, as seen through more than 180 artefacts on loan from museums in Vietnam, private collections and from the collection of the Asian Civilisations Museum.
Log on to www.vietnamfestival.sg for more details.
Vietnam Festival showcases Vietnam’s diverse culture and exotic legacy across museums and galleries in Singapore for the first time. Spearheaded by the National Heritage Board, this inaugural integrated festival celebrates the rich and vibrant heritage of Vietnam through a variety of exhibitions, programmes and shows. Participants can enjoy Vietnam's contemporary artworks, unique classical films and rare ancient artefacts. They can also relive the monumental achievements of Vietnam’s founding father Ho Chi Minh right at our doorstep.
Time: Mon: 1pm - 7pm, Tue to Sun: 9am – 7pm (Friday: 9am - 9pm)
The history of Vietnam is shrouded in a rich oral tradition of myth and legend - many Vietnamese believe themselves to be the descendents of the Dragon King and Mountain Fairy. As part of the inaugural NHB Vietnam Festival, come explore the unique Vietnamese cultural identity and marvel at the craftsmanship of impressive Dong Son bronze drums and weapons, imposing Hindu-Buddhist temple sculptures, delicate blue and white ceramics and whimsical woodblock prints. This landmark exhibition will take the visitor through 2500 years of Vietnam’s history, as seen through more than 180 artefacts on loan from museums in Vietnam, private collections and from the collection of the Asian Civilisations Museum.
Log on to www.vietnamfestival.sg for more details.
Vietnam Festival showcases Vietnam’s diverse culture and exotic legacy across museums and galleries in Singapore for the first time. Spearheaded by the National Heritage Board, this inaugural integrated festival celebrates the rich and vibrant heritage of Vietnam through a variety of exhibitions, programmes and shows. Participants can enjoy Vietnam's contemporary artworks, unique classical films and rare ancient artefacts. They can also relive the monumental achievements of Vietnam’s founding father Ho Chi Minh right at our doorstep.
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