Overview
The "17th Century Macao Anti-Dutch Invasion" Learning Program and Creative Competition is a multi-faceted educational initiative aimed at deepening local students' understanding of Macao's cultural history and strengthening their sense of cultural identity and belonging. The program consists of a lecture, historical guided tours, and a creative competition.
Program Details
(1) Lecture: "The Origins of the Portuguese-Dutch Battle for Macao"
- Date & Time: April 27, 2019, 3:00 PM
- Location: Macao International Institute
- Speakers: Wong Yuen Na, Miguel de Senna Fernandes
(2) Historical Guided Tours
Participants will be guided along a historical route featuring landmarks from the period of the Dutch invasion.
- Dates & Times:
- May 4, 2019 (Saturday), 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
- May 5, 2019 (Sunday), 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
- Route: Monte Forte (Fortaleza do Monte) → St. Lazarus Parish (Bairro de São Lázaro) → Avenida do Conselheiro Ferreira de Almeida → Tap Seac Square → Jardim da Vitória (Garden of Victory)
- Registration Form: https://bit.ly/2Fp1Gil
(3) Creative Competition
- Categories: Junior Secondary School Division and Senior Secondary School Division.
- Theme: Submitted works must creatively incorporate the history of the "Portuguese-Dutch Battle for Macao Commemoration Day."
- Prizes: Winners will receive generous cash prizes and awards. Selected works may also be published.
- Registration & Rules: https://bit.ly/2JuoAZT