To honor the value of handwriting, on the morning of December 7, 2024, the Center for Scientific and Cultural Activities Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam, in collaboration with Pen Collectors, organized the event “The Journey Through the Pen Strokes” at Temple of Literature, a place that embodies the values of Vietnamese education.
The event is an opportunity for visitors to experience the refined world of fountain pens, immerse in calligraphy art, and rediscover the value of handwriting in the digital age through a variety of exhibitions and workshops.
Explore themed exhibition spaces such as:
Calligraphy exhibition space.
Fountain pen sketching exhibition space.
Fountain pen collection exhibition space.
Exhibition space for fountain pens from prestigious brands.
Experience the art of handwriting:
Calligraphy Workshop Kite 1 (9:00 - 11:00): Learn the captivating Copperplate style of writing.
Lacquer Art Workshop Concopens (10:00 - 12:00): Experience the art of lacquer on fountain pens.
Han Nom Calligraphy Workshop (10:00 - 12:00): Create your traditional characters with cultural significance.
Connecting stories through the pen:
Fountain Pen and Writing Culture Seminar (13:30 - 15:00): Listen to cultural researchers, writers, and brand representatives share about the history of fountain pens and the value of handwriting in the digital era. The seminar will conclude with the highly anticipated "Pen Stories" mini-game prize ceremony!
Calligraphy Workshop Kite 2 (14:00 - 16:00): Learn the elegant and professional Business Cursive style.
In an era where handwriting is gradually being forgotten due to the convenience of technology, this event serves as a reminder: Let’s preserve and promote this beautiful tradition. Let every stroke of the pen, whether written with a brush or a fountain pen, become a bridge between the past and the future, between knowledge and the soul, and between people.
Join us for an unforgettable experience!