At the very “cradle” of the traditional Vietnamese pottery craft – the Bát Tràng Ceramic Museum, TDSers explored subjects in Social Sciences and Visual Arts right within the museum’s premises. The hat-painting class at the creative workshop was the first activity that TDSers experienced upon arrival. The students were extremely delighted to personally decorate their own hats according to their preferences.
Explore the history of age-old art
In the artfully curated spaces showcasing ceramic art that is intertwined with historical development across different periods, the sculpted works crafted by ceramic artisans with meticulous and delicate precision portray numerous familiar and distinctive images associated with the pottery profession. Through these creations, young visitors gain additional insights into the roles and values of the pottery craft in particular, as well as the broader realm of traditional handicrafts in the economy of Vietnam in bygone eras.
At the Ceramic Museum, in addition to the centuries-old historical artworks, TDSers also embark on a “journey” aboard a historic train, traversing through the illustrious battles and significant events of the Le and Tran dynasties, as well as those of President Ho Chi Minh. This takes place within the contemporary art space featuring a luminous sculpture exhibition.
Improve teamwork and learn history through mini-games
Beyond delving into hours of cultural history exploration, TDSers had the opportunity to strengthen teamwork, enhance collaborative abilities, and embody the “running man” through the game “Unlocking the Ancient Village Code”. Each group received guidance from instructors and was assigned tasks to complete in order to obtain missing pieces of a map. They then proceeded to historical landmarks such as Van Chi, the Memory House of the Railway Road, and the village gate.
Pham Khanh Linh, a student from 5Miami, enthusiastically shared, “I found this trip very enjoyable. The questions in the ancient village were quite challenging, so we had to decipher them persistently. I had a very joyful experience coming here.”
“In this outdoor learning journey, Dewey School arranged a fascinating and educational program that enabled students to gain a wealth of new knowledge, broadening their understanding of Vietnam’s traditional ancient villages. My class also came in first in the challenge in the ancient village. Both the teacher and students were delighted to have a meaningful outdoor excursion.”
As the field trip concluded with a spectrum of emotions, TDSers became more connected, simultaneously developing teamwork skills. Through experiential activities, students had the opportunity to delve deeper into history, art, and the hardships faced by workers behind the scenes of crafting exquisite and intricate ceramic products. Consequently, TDSers take even greater pride in the traditional values of their heritage. Hopefully, everyone has had an unforgettable experience with friends and teachers in the “cradle” of Vietnam’s artisanal essence.
