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Explore the Most Unique Craft Market in Port Moresby!
Step into history at the Moresby Arts Theatre’s Craft Market – the most budget-friendly choice for Papua New Guinean artisans. Uncover treasures and unique finds, all made possible through Moresby Arts Theatre’s commitment to supporting local talent.
Musical & Cultural Performances: A Symphony of Culture!
Immerse yourself in the rich history of MAT with live musical performances. Experience the fusion of melodies, adding a rhythmic charm to your souvenir shopping experience.
Why Choose MAT’s Craft Market?
Save the date and bring the whole family! 
See you at the heart of culture, creativity, and community.
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During the final week of February, the nation of Papua New Guinea sets aside a special day to commemorate the enduring memory of its first prime minister and ‘father of the nation’, the late Grand Chief Sir Michael Thomas Somare (1936 – 2021).
The late grand Chief Sir Michael Somare was one of Papua New Guinea’s longest serving prime ministers, serving for 17-years over three separate terms, until his retirement in 2017.
Papua New Guinea continues to mourn the late Grand Chief’s passing three-years ago, his life’s work in the service of his country has left an indelible mark on many Papua New Guineans.
The late Grand Chief Sir Michael Somare’s place of interment has become a pilgrimage site for many Papua New Guineans visiting Wewak. The site is now a landmark in the East Sepik Province, known as the Grand Chief Sir Michael Thomas Somare Tomb.
The National Museum and Art Gallery’s Independens Haus in Down Town, Port Moresby, also provides an in-depth look at the political history, particularly its nationalist movement, in which the late Grand Chief was at the forefront – along with other notable greats of Papua New Guinea’s pre-Independence movement.
For visits to the Grand Chief Sir Michael Thomas Somare Tomb contact, WhatsApp 8160-4874 or call +675 7889-8166. Follow the Sir Michael Somare Legacy Page on Facebook.
To visit the Independens Haus, contact the National Museum and Art Gallery, call +675 325-4205. Visit the Papua New Guinea National Museum and Art Gallery website.
The East New Britain Shell Money festival will be held in Kokopo, at the Malapau Beach Front.
Tolai shell money in East New Britain Province is known as ‘tabu’. This traditional currency is still in use today, and is a very important feature of Tolai cultural ceremony, especially funerary rituals. Tabu defines status and social order, as well as strengthens kinship ties in the Tolai society of East New Britain.
Celebrate Tolai tabu culture in Kokopo this September! This year’s theme is: “Promoting, Safeguarding Tabu, the Source of our Strength“.
Festival highlights include:
– Kinavai performances by Tubuans
– Traditional Tolai performances
– Sharing of shellmoney
– Displaying of cultural items
– Students engagement in Tabu competition
– Threading and coiling of Tabu
– Tabu crushing race
– Canoe racing
For booth registration and the event program, please contact the event organizers: enbsf2020@gmail.com or richardtapil.9@gmail.com; +675 7449-4650 / 7952-9102
📸: Photos by East New Britain Tourism Authority, Rabaul Historical Tours and Colin Taimbari.
Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels Day or Kokoda Day is commemorated every 3rd of November, at the Kokoda Station in Papua New Guinea’s Northern Province.
The day honors the native men who served as labourers for the Allied forces during the World War Two Kokoda Campaign. These legendary men were given the endearing name of ‘Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels’ – a term from a famous poem written by an Australian army officer during the WWII New Guinea campaign – an unforgettable period in Papua New Guinea’s history.
There were an estimated 37,000 Papuans and New Guineans who served during the World War Two campaign – many of whom remain nameless, only observed and recorded through war footage captured from the war.
Kokoda Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels Day begins with a wreath-laying ceremony and traditional ‘singsing’ at the Kokoda Memorial Field.
For further information, contact the Kokoda Track Authority: email jwargirai@kokodatrackauthority.org or the Australian High Commission in PNG call +675 70900100
Read more: Remembering the Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels
The Tama’ah Festival celebrates a beloved local cuisine of the Autonomous Region of Bougainville called Tamatama.
Tamatama is either made up of banana, taro, casava or sago – wrapped in fresh banana leaves and cooked in coconut milk over an open fire.
Festival visitors will be given a rare opportunity to see and taste a variety of traditionally prepared and cooked Tamatama from all over the Autonomous Region of Bougainville – a treat for food lovers.
The festival will also showcase traditional dancing, plus arts and crafts from Bougainville.
For tours and accommodation, contact: Bougainville Experience Tours, email bougtours@hotmail.com, mobile +675 73656050 / Central Bougainville Tourism Association, mobile +675 7374-7028
2024 Tama Festival in Arawa, Autonomous Region of Bougainville
The Lagaip Sangai Festival returns in 2024 to Enga Province!
Particular to this part of Enga is the Sangai – a traditional initiation ritual for young Engan men involving sacred acts, songs and dances. Young male Engan adolescents retreat into the jungle for a week to undergo special initiation ceremonies to prepare them for a life away from their parents. After initiation they return to the village, and are welcomed by joyous dancing and feasting.
This will be a rare treat for event-goers to witness first-hand the sacred Sangai dances of Enga.
For bookings and further information, call +675 7136-7067
Come and see the beauty of New Ireland on display!
The SME Industry of New Ireland Province proudly present an exciting two-day event promoting tourism, arts and crafts.
The New Ireland Mini Arts and Craft Tourism Show will be held, May 28th – 29th at the Kavieng Club, Kavieng Town.
Come along and meet the New Ireland business community, see the wonderful crafts and products on display, take away a souvenir, and sample some delicious island food.
COVID-19 hygiene protocols will apply.
For further information email: pacifikanaka.musik.events@gmail.com or call +675 7524-0404
*As per the Milne Bay Provincial Government Pandemic Measures dated 19th March 2021, the Fiesta Milne Bay event is re-scheduled to: 11th to 14th June, 2021.
FIESTA MILNE BAY is an Artist Run Initiative that showcases the best Milne Bay has to offer in contemporary culture, instilling the importance of cultural diversity and fostering the development of the arts, local tourism, youth, community and SME.
Travel, stay and play in beautiful Milne Bay. Experience 3 days and 3 nights of an exclusively curated music, art and food experience unlike any other.
Begin your June 2021 on an inspiring note with Fiesta Milne Bay.
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For more information and bookings visit the Milne Bay Fiesta website or email: marketing@fiestamilnebay.com
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This is an ideal event for contemporary Papua New Guinean music-lovers.
Enjoy listening to fresh local artists from across Milne Bay Province as they showcase their musical talents in Alotau Town.
Milne Bay is known for its contemporary artists, producing some of the nation’s finest painters, writers and musicians.
“Milne Bay Out Loud Music Festival” is a non-profit event, offering a platform for local musicians.
For further information email: outloudmusicfestival@gmail.com
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