artLIVE – Ao Dai Museum is not only a place to preserve the traditional beauty of the graceful ao dai, but also a vibrant place with many interesting and creative activities.
The formation process of the Ao Dai Museum
Located at 206/19/30 Long Thuan, Long Phuoc Ward, District 9, Ho Chi Minh City, the Ao Dai Museum is a place to preserve valuable stories about the Vietnamese ao dai that have been associated throughout the long pages of history books. Stepping into the space of the Museum, visitors can not only admire the beautiful Ao Dai, but also be immersed in the nostalgic atmosphere of traditional culture.
The Ao Dai Museum was born from the talented hands of artist – designer Si Hoang, officially operating since January 22, 2014. This is a place to preserve Ao Dai through images, artifacts and valuable documents. Therefore, this unique Museum has become an ideal destination for those who love to collect Ao Dai, or simply love traditional Vietnamese costumes. In 2015, Dau An Joint Stock Company took on the responsibility of owning, managing and operating the Ao Dai Museum.
With the mission of preserving traditional beauty, the Ao Dai Museum not only preserves cultural heritage, but also broadens its vision by promoting Ao Dai closer to the community. In the exhibition space, the ao dai of historical figures who have contributed to the country are honored in a special space called “Cultural Heritage Ao Dai”.
In addition, the Museum also focuses on introducing unique intangible cultural values of Vietnam such as Quan Ho, Vi Giam, and Don Ca Tai Tu, which have been recognized by UNESCO as representatives of humanity. The Ao Dai Museum opens up a special space for exchange, learning and experience, bringing visitors closer to the historical story behind the traditional Vietnamese Ao Dai.
A variety of activities inside the Ao Dai Museum
In addition, the Ao Dai Museum is also an attractive destination with a variety of activities, bringing excitement and unique experiences to visitors.
Ao Dai rental service
Explore the Ao Dai Museum, introducing to the public the sophisticated and elaborate works on traditional ao dai, along with a special experience journey. In the rental area, visitors will be immersed in the historical space by wearing traditional ao dai. Museum staff will assist visitors in choosing the right costumes and accessories for each age, ensuring everyone has the most wonderful and enjoyable moments.
Photography space
With a large area of 20,000m2, the architecture of the Ao Dai Museum is a harmonious work, combining the traditional house style of Quang Nam and the typical cultural imprint of the Southern river region. This is definitely a unique space where visitors can preserve the diversity and richness in the typical architecture of Vietnam.
Enjoying cuisine
Every weekend at the Ao Dai Museum, there will be food markets. Here, diners can experience a variety of local dishes
Event organization
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The Ao Dai Museum also provides a full-service event organization service, including exchange programs, seminars, year-end parties and many other activities, at locations such as outdoors, Kim Bong ancient house or theater.
Experience craft activities
Sewing ao dai
This will definitely be an extremely interesting activity. Visitors will experience the process of creating an ao dai from the design stage to cutting fabric, drawing, embroidering on the ao dai, with full fabric tools, needles, threads, …
Ao dai design, paper conical hat
At the Ao Dai Museum, creativity is not only for adults but also an opportunity for students, pupils, and children to show their talents. Here, people can freely design and decorate paper ao dai, conical hats, and apply them to making lanterns, painting exhibitions, and many other creative activities. This variety and freedom encourages all ages to engage in the imaginative and creative process.
Learn to make banh it
Learning to make banh it at the Ao Dai Museum is a hands-on journey from choosing banana leaves, kneading dough, making fillings, and creating delicious banh it made by yourself. A creative and delicious experience, connected to Vietnamese culinary traditions. Certainly bring memorable experiences for visitors to the Museum.
In addition, the Ao Dai Museum also has many other interesting activities such as: performing arts (quan ho, vi giam, don ca tai tu, …), folk games, learning to tie animals with pandan leaves ….
Information on visiting the Ao Dai Museum
Opening hours: Monday – Sunday | 8:30 – 17:30
Tourists: 50,000 VND/ticket
Students, students, children: 30,000 VND/ticket
Preferential policy for group guests
5% discount on ticket price for groups of 10 < 50 guests
10% discount on ticket price for groups of 50 < 100 guests
15% discount on ticket price for groups of > 100 guests
Cases of free admission tickets
Children under 2 years old, disabled people
Note: For cases of exemption or reduction, documents proving that they are eligible for exemption or reduction must be presented according to regulations.
Address: 206/19/30 Long Thuan, Long Phuoc Ward, District 9, Ho Chi Minh City
Contact: 091 472 69 48
Email: aodai@baotangaodaivietnam.com
Web: https://baotangaodai.com.vn/
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