What’s happening at Long March to Freedom on Heritage Day 2024
The 100 iconic life-size bronzes in Long March to Freedom showcase South Africa's history as a shared heritage that encompasses various cultural identities and traditions. The Exhibition aims to foster a sense of pride in the country's diversity while emphasizing the common struggles and achievements that have shaped our nation.
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FREE GUIDED TOURS, on the hour, every hour from 10:00 – 15:00 | Duration: 45minutes
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Title ‘Our Story is Your Story: Our proud, shared heritage.’
The tour narrative weaves together stories of resistance, unity, and reconciliation to present a cohesive picture of South Africa's journey to democracy, encouraging visitors to appreciate and celebrate the diversity and multicultural fabric of the country on Heritage Day.
Tour overview:
- Introduction: The tour introduces the Long March to Freedom exhibition, which tells the story of South Africa's journey to democracy.
- Indigenous Heritage: The tour begins with Khoisan leaders, acknowledging the first inhabitants of South Africa and their contributions to the nation's cultural fabric.
- Heritage of Resistance: This section focuses on 19th-century warriors and kings, such as Xhosa leaders, King Shaka, and King Moshoeshoe I, highlighting their roles in resisting colonization and preserving cultural identity.
- Unity in Diversity: The early 20th century is presented as a turning point, showcasing pioneers of South African nationalism who brought diverse communities together in the fight against racial injustice.
- Heritage of Defiance: This part covers the apartheid resistance, featuring iconic figures like Nelson Mandela, Albertina Sisulu, and Steve Biko, emphasizing their united vision for a free and democratic South Africa.
- A New South Africa: The tour discusses the transition to democracy, highlighting leaders like Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Joe Slovo, who played crucial roles in reconciliation and nation-building.
- Conclusion: The tour ends at Nelson Mandela's statue, symbolizing unity and the celebration of diversity in South Africa.
- FREE ENTRY for anyone wearing their traditional dress / traditional items of clothing
- WORKSHEET ACTIVITY FOR THE CHILDREN with a little prize for completing the task
- LUCKY DRAW for 1 of 2 luxury cooler bags from Cape Town designers Hayward & Haines
- SPECIALS at the coffee shop
WHAT: Long March to Freedom on Heritage Day
WHERE: Long March to Freedom, Century Boulevard, Century City, Cape Town
WHEN: Heritage Day 24 September 2024 | FREE GUIDED TOURS every hour from 10:00 – 15:00
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