The Festival of Pacific Arts

July 1, 2004-July 31, 2004
Location: Hawaiian & Pacific Collection

Every four years, the peoples of the Pacific come together in a welcoming and social gathering to share & appreciate one another's culture. This year the artists, craftsmen, musicians, and dancers will assemble on Palau from July 22-31 for the 9th Festival of Pacific Arts/Festival des Arts du Pacifique. With the theme "Oltobed a Malt: Nurture, Regenerate, Celebrate", the Festival will be showcasing all forms of artistic expression and culture from traditional to contemporary. The 9th Festival is organized by the Belau Organizing Committee, under the auspices of the Council of Pacific Arts, The Secretariat of the Pacific Community.