Opening of traditional weaving technique class

BTO-The Provincial Museum has just held an opening ceremony for a class teaching traditional weaving techniques of the K'ho people in La Da commune (Ham Thuan Bac). This is part of the project "Preserving and promoting the fine traditional cultural values of ethnic minorities associated with tourism development" under the national target program on socio-economic development of ethnic minority and mountainous areas in the period 2021 - 2030.

img_0005.11.jpg — Delegates attending the opening ceremony of the weaving training class in La Da

Attending the opening ceremony of the teaching class were Mr. Doan Van Thuan - Director of the Provincial Museum, along with representatives of the People's Committee of La Da commune, the artisan instructors and 20 students who are children of the local K'ho people.

img_0054.111.jpg — In the past, weaving was a craft associated with the long-standing production practices of the Kho people.

Mr. Doan Van Thuan - Director of the Provincial Museum said: Weaving is a traditional craft that plays an important role, closely associated with the long-standing production practices of the K'ho people in La Da commune. In the past, weaving was a side job, attracting all working ages in the family to participate during the off-season. The skills and techniques in the process of completing the product are specifically passed down from the previous generation to the next generation through direct teaching methods.

img_0029.11.jpg — The teaching class is part of the Project "Preserving and promoting the fine traditional cultural values of ethnic minorities associated with tourism development"

Currently, due to the impact of the market economy, the household items of ethnic minorities in general and the K'ho people in La Da commune in particular are mostly made of plastic. Traditional items made from rattan and bamboo are becoming increasingly rare, especially those who know how to weave traditional items in the community are becoming fewer and fewer. Therefore, through the class, the Director of the Provincial Museum requested artisans and students to strictly follow the rules and regulations, be energetic and enthusiastic with their passion for traditional crafts during the teaching process; absorb and skillfully practice the weaving techniques passed down by their grandparents and ancestors.

The traditional weaving technique training class will take place over 10 days (April 15-25) at the La Da Commune Cultural House. Students will be instructed in making tools and containers such as winnowing baskets, fishing nets, baskets, baskets, purses, etc. to serve in daily life, production and activities.

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