The Ho Chi Minh City Museum looks different after 7 PM.

The Ho Chi Minh City Museum comes alive after 7 PM with a series of activities offering experiences, art appreciation, and historical exploration as part of the "Connecting Heritage" Week, which runs until July 5th.

From 7 PM to 9 PM on June 27th to July 5th, the Ho Chi Minh City Museum (Saigon Ward) becomes a nighttime cultural destination for locals and tourists who love heritage, offering a series of activities and diverse forms of folk art. Unlike its familiar daytime appearance, the building is illuminated with LED lights after 7 PM. The facade attracts many visitors who stop to take photos before entering.

According to the museum representative, the activity is part of a series of events celebrating the 50th anniversary of the day Saigon - Gia Dinh City was honored to be named after President Ho Chi Minh (July 2, 1976 - July 2, 2026).

The highlight of the evening time slot is a cultural experience featuring traditional dances such as shadow puppetry, Southern Vietnamese folk music, and a fashion show. The program lasts 30 minutes, from 7:30 PM to 8:00 PM.

Heritage, evident in traditional Vietnamese clothing like the "áo bà ba" (traditional blouse), checkered scarves, and old-fashioned Western Vietnam weddings, is recreated on the museum's stage.

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The traditional wedding procession takes place on stage with all members of the wedding party present. In the photo, the groomsman holds an umbrella to shield the newlyweds, flanked by their parents and followed by the ceremonial tray bearers.

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At night, the museum space is filled with the melodies of traditional folk music. Artists perform many traditional pieces right within the building's grounds. The sounds of stringed instruments, flutes, and familiar tunes create a warm and intimate atmosphere.

According to the organizers, the "Connecting Heritage" Week aims to spread Vietnamese cultural values ​​to a wide audience both domestically and internationally. The event also contributes to refreshing the museum visiting experience. Opening in the evening provides more options for people after work.

Making her debut performance at the Ho Chi Minh City Museum, Ngoc Tam (23 years old, from Dong Thap province, currently living in Ho Chi Minh City) presented a performance of the "bong roi" dance, an art form associated with the worship of Mother Goddesses and the tradition of worshipping female deities in Southern Vietnam. Tam said she started performing professionally at the age of 18. Her love for it began in childhood, when she often accompanied her family to folk festivals. "This is my first time performing in a museum setting. I find it quite special because the audience not only watches but also learns about the cultural value behind the performance. I hope many young people will learn about 'bong roi' as a part of Southern Vietnam's cultural heritage," Tam shared with Tri Thuc - Znews.

Before the art performance, the traditional craft hands-on activity attracted a large number of young people. Locals were able to directly participate in decorating pottery and conical hats under the guidance of artisans.

The large number of visitors flocking to the museum on the evening of July 2nd caused the booths to become overcrowded. Many who arrived later had to reluctantly observe the activities from a distance.

Thien Kim (19 years old, residing in Tan Son Nhi ward, far right) said she traveled nearly 10 km to attend the cultural performance. According to Kim, the museum's atmosphere at night felt fresher than on previous visits. "I liked how the program combined exhibitions with artistic performances. Older people can rediscover familiar values. Young people like me can also access them more easily. This is an activity that helps many generations connect through culture and history," Kim said.

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