At Bac Ninh Library No.1, preparations are underway to complete exhibition spaces showcasing books, newspapers and historical and cultural materials for the occasion.

Students visit the exhibition area of books and newspapers at Bac Ninh Library No. 1.

Starting March 20, the library will display valuable documents including reports and directives from the former Ha Bac province across different periods, the Ha Bac gazetteer, woodblocks from Vinh Nghiem pagoda, as well as Han-Nom documents, genealogies and socio-economic records from the late 19th to early 20th centuries.

From March 25, the provincial Center for Culture and Tourism Promotion will introduce publications and materials under four themes: “Bac Ninh – a land of talented people,” “Bac Ninh – a convergence of cultural values,” “Bac Ninh – cradle of a long-standing civilization,” and “Bac Ninh – integration and development.”

The exhibition space will feature creative installations such as models of Vinh Nghiem pagoda’s gate, artistic book arrangements spelling “Returning to the Heritage Land,” alongside images of traditional “Quai thao” hats and Dong Ho paintings.

The exhibitions will run until March 31 as part of the broader event series, serving residents and visitors while promoting the province’s rich cultural heritage and historical traditions.

A highlight will be a special art programme titled “Heritage Quintessence – A Millennium of Brilliance,” scheduled for the evening of March 27 at February 3 Square in Bac Giang ward. The event will feature well-known singers including Tung Duong, Hoa Minzy and Duc Phuc, alongside emerging artists such as Dong Hung, Quach Mai Thy, Minh Ngoc and Tuan Cry.

Veteran performers and folk artists, including Thuy Huong, Phu Hiep and Pham Phuong Thao, will also take part. The programme, organised by Bac Ninh authorities, is a key highlight of the celebrations marking UNESCO recognition and the launch of the 2026 heritage festival.

Well-known singers will perform at special art programme titled “Heritage Quintessence – A Millennium of Brilliance.

Combining modern staging techniques with traditional elements, the show is expected to present a vivid artistic space reflecting the cultural and spiritual depth of the Kinh Bac region, particularly the Truc Lam Zen Buddhist tradition.

It will also portray local cultural life and craft villages, with a focus on Dong Ho folk paintings, quan ho folk singing and scholarly traditions, before concluding with contemporary performances expressing Bac Ninh’s development aspirations.

According to the provincial Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the programme will be broadcast live at 8:10 p.m. on March 27, 2026, on VTV1 and Bac Ninh media channels, allowing nationwide audiences to follow the event.

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