Arts & Culture
Garifuna Settlement Day Celebrations 2020
COVID-19 has brought about unprecedented changes to the way we live, work and interact with each other. As we are quickly approaching the month of November and the anticipation of the cultural extravaganza leading up to the re-enactment of the arrival of the Garinagu to the shores of Belize, National Garifuna Council has made the decision to host virtual activities. The focus of this year’s events will be Garifuna identity, spirituality and perseverance. NGC branches countrywide will be planning and hosting various virtual activities to honor the contributions of past and present Garinagu and to showcase the vibrant Garifuna culture, language, music and dance.
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COVID-19 means a subdued celebration of the Battle of St. George’s Caye Day for San Pedranos
The 222nd anniversary of the Battle of St. George's Caye Day was subdued due to COVID-19, especially on Ambergris Caye. The main official celebrations were streamed online via the Belize National Celebrations Commission.
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National Institute of Culture and History (NICH) Welcomes Financial Support from Taiwan for National September Celebrations
The ceremony took place at the Embassy of Taiwan in Belize on September 1, 2020. His Excellency Ambassador Remus Li-Kuo Chen reaffirmed Taiwan’s unwavering bond with the people and Government of Belize and conveyed congratulations on the upcoming 39th Independence Anniversary. He also reiterated that Belize is not alone in the current situation and it has been an honor for Taiwan to have also assisted with the COVID-19 crisis.
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Belizean Arts Gallery holds successful Children’s Art Competition
6 young artists were chosen as winners in Belizean Arts Gallery's first art competition, designed to give children inspiration and drive during lock-down.
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Roman Catholics on Ambergris Caye celebrate Dia de San Pedro 2020
A modified celebration of the island's patron Saint San Pedro featured a large boat procession, the annual blessing of the boats, and masses.
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With pupusas, a Taste of Central America, Belize commemorates World Refugee Day
The commemoration of World Refugee Day comes at the announcement of a record high of forcibly displaced people worldwide.
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IDB and Compete Caribbean’s ‘Change Dah Story’ Social Innovation Challenge to fund three Belizean projects
‘Change Dah Story Social Innovation Challenge,’ commissioned by the IDB and the Compete Caribbean Partnership Facility, will see 3 Belizean initiatives receive up to US$10,000 each to accomplish their plans and turn them into practical business models.
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Belizean artist helps complete mural honouring the life of George Floyd
Belizean artist Cadex Herrea helps complete mural honouring the life of George Floyd, who died at the hands of police in Minnesota, USA.
