Besides reading textbooks and watching documentaries, there are many other avenues to gather information and relive history. They include collecting and studying historical items, such as artefacts, handicraft, handwritten letters and old photographs. The Pucuk Rebung Royal Gallery-Musem has been actively involved in amassing and curating historical items. “I noticed that even at the gallery, the youngsters are quite hesitant to closely inspect the historical items for fear of damaging them,” he said. Besides instilling a sense of appreciation for our rich history, Bong said, the artefacts also brought a sense of enjoyment for art admirers, and were a source of inspiration for entrepreneurs.

Source: New Strait Times September 17, 2017 02:26 UTC