Minister: Wishing to heritage become a part of lifestyle

Minister of Dhivehi Language. Culture and Heritage Adam Naseer has expressed wishes to see heritage integrated into the lifestyles of Maldivians through efforts initiated by the current administration in this trajectory, under its policies.

He made the remark while speaking at a lecture held at the National Museum on Saturday night to mark International Museum Day.

Speaking at the function, Minister Naseer expressed confidence that heritage will become a part of the lives of Maldivians in the near future.

Ministry of Dhivehi Language, Culture and Heritage said last night’s lecture was organized by the National Museum, in collaboration with Architect Association Maldives (AAM), students of Maldives National University (MNU)’s Faculty of Engineering, Science and Technology, Odimo, Atollscape and Dosign.

As per the Ministry, the lecture was focused on the history and style of chairs used in the past from an academic point of view. The lecture also shed light on architecture and carpentry techniques used in the Maldives during early times, from a technical perspective.

Saturday night’s lecture is one of the many events planned to commemorate International Museum Day. The National Museum has brought changes to its opening hours as part of these activities, and as such, will be open from 10:15am to 6:00pm from Sunday, May 19^th to Thursday, May 23^rd. In addition to this, the National Museum will be conducting interactive activities at the premises during this period.

This year’s theme for International Museum Day is “Museums for Education and Research”; underscoring the crucial role of cultural institutions in providing a holistic educational experience.