On the occasion of the 50th Anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification (April 30, 1975 – April 30, 2025), the Independence Palace (Reunification Hall) organizes a Children’s Painting Contest with the theme: “Independence Palace – Heritage Hues”
Participants:
Primary school students within Ho Chi Minh City.
Theme Content:
Participants should illustrate one of the following aspects:
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Independence Palace on April 30, 1975: Historical moments, such as tanks advancing into the Palace, the liberation flag flying high, and the joy of the people.
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Independence Palace Today: The beauty of the architecture and the fresh, green landscape.
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Activities at the Historical Site: Tourists, students, and staff working at the Palace.
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The Independence Palace and My Dream: Thoughts, feelings, and messages about heritage preservation and love for the homeland.
Timeline & Location:
| Activity | Date/Time |
| Submission Period: | March 15 – April 6, 2025 |
| Judging & Results Announcement: | April 8 – April 15, 2025 |
| Award Ceremony (Expected): | April 19, 2025, at the Independence Palace |
Participation Guidelines:
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Each contestant may submit 01 entry. There is no limit to the number of entries per school.
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Paintings can be created at home, in class, or directly at the Independence Palace (The Organizing Committee will provide free entry passes for schools registering participating students).
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Size: A3 paper.
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Medium: Self-chosen materials (color pencils, crayons, pastels, powder colors, watercolors, clay art, collage, etc.).
PRIZE STRUCTURE:
Table A (Grades 1, 2, 3) & Table B (Grades 4, 5)
| Prize Tier | Quantity | Prize Money (per prize) |
| First Prize | 01 | 1,000,000 VNĐ |
| Second Prize | 02 | 800,000 VNĐ |
| Third Prize | 03 | 500,000 VNĐ |
| Consolation Prize | 10 | 300,000 VNĐ |
Group Prize (For schools with the most prize-winning contestants)
| Prize Tier | Quantity | Prize Money (per prize) |
| First Prize | 01 | 2,000,000 VNĐ |
| Second Prize | 01 | 1,500,000 VNĐ |
| Third Prize | 01 | 1,000,000 VNĐ |
Submission Address:
Please send entries to:
Interpretation & Operations Department, Reunification Hall, 106 Nguyen Du Street, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1, HCMC.
📞 Contact Information:
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Phone: 0808 5122 (Interpretation & Operations Department) (Office Hours)
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Email: nghiepvuthuyetminh@dinhdoclap.gov.vn
Little artists, let’s color our heritage, paint proud historical moments, and celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification!


