Haiti: Freedom and Creativity from the Mountains to the Sea marks the 200th anniversary of Haiti's independence. The first nation to free itself from both colonialism and slavery at the same time, Haiti today stands at another momentous crossroads. The Festival highlights the geographic diversity of the land and recognizes the cultural creativity that continues to sustain the Haitian people in the face of tremendous political and economic challenges. Click on the picture to learn more.
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With special material the man carefully makes this mat which takes the whole day to make just one.
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A lady makes beautiful bead necklaces using very colorful beads.
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Kids look at this Haitian man do some fancy metal shaping to make this intricate design on the metal.
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The beautiful hand made cloths made by some great needle work.
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Young boy wonders if Haitian coffee tastes good.
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Haitian bus...notice all the colors!
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A Haitian cooking class teaches festival goers about the cuisine of Haiti. *
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Haitian boat makers.
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Listening to the bongos or also known as Ounfo. *
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Everyone watches the bongo musicians work their magic.
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Rhythms of rapture poster promoting Haitian music.
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A Haitian guitarist rock' n' rollin. *
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The Haitian band going at it again with another great set of songs.
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The Haitian pianist playing on the keyboard.
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A younger brother finds a shell and lets his sister hear the sound of the ocean.
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