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ST. LOUIS, MO— Every year, St. Louis Arts Museum (SLAM) showcases their “Passport to India” exhibition, and Bal Vihar of St. Louis has been an integral part of it. On August 19, 2018, both organizations came together once again to celebrate India’s 72nd Independence Day and showcased highlights of Indian culture.
The event started off with a flag hoisting ceremony, with the Bal Vihar student Orchestra playing national anthem of United States and India. SLAM was filled with lots of visitors, young and old, alike wanting to know and experience India’s culture and heritage.
The volunteers showcased traditional arts and culture of India. This included visitors having an opportunity to try Mehendi (Henna) and view displays of various arts and culture, including colorful Indian attires and artifacts. The display also included a performance of a centuries old classical Indian dance called “Bharatnatyam”.
The event followed into the theater where various dances representing the diversity and variety of India was at display. The performers were dressed in traditional Indian attire representing the different regions of India. Bal Vihar President, Dr. Sudhir Brahambhatt spoke at the occasion thanking the visitors for the opportunity to showcase India and its culture. He also shared the growth of India and its influence across the world.
Thanks to St. Louis Arts Museum for their “Passport To India”, the Indian community received yet another opportunity to show the history of India and the variety in its culture and heritage. Bal Vihar has been serving Greater St. Louis community for over 25 years, instilling cultural values in the leaders of next generation while helping them discover their identity.