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Special Event
Event
Akan Adinkra Symbols: Form, Function and Context
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Fee:
Free.Location:
Virgin Islands National Park’s Resource Management and Science (RMS) Building conference room at Lind Point in St. John.Dates & Times
Date:
Saturday, November 16, 2024
Time:
5:45 PM
Duration:
1 hour
Type of Event
Cultural/Craft Demonstration
Description
Adinkra symbols are visual icons that represent various concepts, philosophies and values of the Akan ethnic groups in West Africa. Come and learn about the unique meanings used in communicating ideas such as leadership, harmony and spirituality with Mr. Samuel Acquaah, Ghana Museums and Monuments Board International Volunteer.
Reservation or Registration: No
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