Special exhibition on Dong Son Culture to be held in Hanoi this month
Have heard of Dong Son bronze drums but haven’t got a chance to see a real one? Come to Dong Son Fine Art Exhibition in Hanoi and admire even more than the drums, about this great era in Vietnam’s Prehistory.
Have you heard of Dong Son bronze drums but haven't had a chance to see a real one? Come to the Dong Son Fine Art Exhibition in Hanoi and explore more than just the drums; delve into this pivotal era in Vietnam’s Prehistory.
The exhibition is co-organized by the Vietnam University of Fine Arts and the Centre for Southeast Asian Prehistory, running from September 26 to October 3, 2025, at the Viet Art Center, located at 42 Yet Kieu, Hanoi. This event aims to give guests a comprehensive understanding of Dong Son Culture and the advancement of prehistory in Vietnam.
Over nine days, the exhibition will showcase a remarkable collection of historical relics that represent Dong Son Culture, including weapons, tools, house models, musical instruments, and particularly valuable items like bronze drums and ceremonial cranes. Additionally, recent research findings on this era and brief lectures on Dong Son Culture will be available for attendees.
Visitors to this exhibition will not only gain visual insights into Vietnam’s Prehistory but will also feel a sense of national pride and inspiration to preserve the legacies of Vietnam’s history.
Dong Son Culture emerged around 4,000 years ago in Northern and Central Northern Vietnam. It is regarded as one of the most prosperous phases in Vietnamese prehistory, showcasing significant advancements in agriculture, military technology, cultural diversity, and societal development. Historically, it laid the groundwork for the establishment of the Van Lang kingdom, recognized as the first Vietnamese state, around 2,879 BC.
