Children’s Day at Onikan museum
Children’s Day is
one of the annual international celebrations when the leaders of
tomorrow are given due recognition. The National Museum is giving back
to these children who form over 70 percent of its visitors by
organising a Children’s Day celebration with the theme – ‘Nigeria At
50, Hope And Aspiration: From The Children’s Perspective’.
The programme is
aimed at awakening the cultural consciousness of Nigerian children
through constant interaction, competition, and education on Nigeria’s
historical and cultural heritage.
Events slated for the celebration are:-
•Wednesday May 26, 2010 – Essay and Painting Competition: ‘Nigeria of My Dreams.’ This event starts at 11am.
• Thursday May 27,
2010 – March past, Fashion parade in old school dressing styles,
display of tribal marks, cultural dance. Time: 11am
There will also be
a Cooking Competition displaying children’s abilities with indigenous
cuisines. More than 2000 students from across Lagos State are expected
to participate in this memorable fiesta.
All are invited.
For further information, please contact the Curator: 08037200420, 08038469798, 08028335519.
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