Cultural gathering on Anthem and Flag Day at the National Archaeological Museum of Aruba.

ORANJESTAD - On March 18, the National Archaeological Museum of Aruba (MANA) will host another exciting and varied event. 

In collaboration with Club Kibrahacha, “Santa Rosa,” Muchila Creativo, and local artists, they will host an exciting event between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM:

  • Club Kibrahacha will bring joy with their cuatro and singing, dance performances, and much more at MANA on our National Day.
  • The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, “Santa Rosa,” will host a ‘mini-market’ in “Hardin di mi Wela.” There will also be vegetables, fresh meat, microgreens, mushrooms, kombucha, liqueurs, fruit juices, sauces made from local ingredients, and honey.
  • Muchila Creativo will add flavor to the day with a Festival di Sopi to raise funds in “Hadrey di MANA.” Visitors will enjoy a delightful coffee morning with peanut chocolate, cake, and traditional snacks.
  • Artists Paola Harper and Sylvia Eizinga will lead a painting workshop, where participants can decorate a keychain or mini canvas with Aruban symbols. The workshop costs Afl. 15,00, and operates on a ‘first come, first serve’ basis between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM.
  • Contemporary local artist Velvet Zoe Ramos will hold a talk and a poetic presentation at 12:30 PM as part of her exhibition "Interlasado: Pasado Presente." Be sure to attend for maximum participation!
  • Archaeologist Raymundo Dijkhoff will give two presentations in the MANA auditorium on Data and Analysis: Results and Interpretation of Cemetery St. Cruz 35. It is the second presentation in a three-part series about Cemetery St. Cruz 35.
    -    The first presentation will take place from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
    -    The second presentation will take place from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.

The auditorium's capacity is limited to 50 people, meaning that once full, no more attendees may enter.

Choose to enjoy, dance, and celebrate in a wonderful atmosphere with family, friends, and loved ones at MANA on March 18.

Admission is free. If desired, you can leave a donation in the donation box.