Molly Fannon
Molly Fannon

WASHINGTON, DC — Molly Fannon, Director of International Relations at Smithsonian Institution in Washington D.C., speaking to the Voice of America Armenian service, said Armenia has a rich culture.

In her view, however, this is not only the cultural masterpieces, but the people’s lifestyle, oral stories, dance, and food.

The Smithsonian Institution studies Armenia’s ancient and rich culture, and endeavors to preserve it and convey to the world. To this end, the Smithsonian Institution has launched the “My Armenia” project, with US government funding and in collaboration with the Government of Armenia.

In addition, the Smithsonian Institution plans to devote the 2018 cultural festival in the US entirely to Armenia.

Fannon added that they also wish to develop Armenia’s cultural sector by linking it to tourism, and create new jobs in cultural tourism.

Molly Fannon noted that their respective objective is to bring new tourists to Armenia, who will spend most of their time outside capital city Yerevan, and get familiarized with the Armenian folk cultural heritage.

Furthermore, this project plans to digitize—in 3D format—the masterpieces of Armenian culture and history.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Sign Up for Our Newsletters

Get notified of the latest updates from MassisPost.

You May Also Like

Aurora Humanitarian Initiative Providing Direct Assistance to the People of Artsakh

The global Aurora Humanitarian Initiative continues to provide direct assistance to the…

FM Nalbandian: Karabakh Can Never be Part of Azerbaijan

YEREVAN — Armenian Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian stated, in televised remarks broadcast…

Archbishop Hovnan Derderian Christmas Message

O Blessed Child, like the awe-stricken shepherds, my eyes gaze upon Your…

Armenia Beats Ireland 1-0 in UEFA Nations League Opener

YEREVAN — Armenia achieved a vital win in their UEFA Nations League…