The Municipal Administration of Cap-Haïtien gave the official kick-off on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, of the festivities marking the 354th anniversary of the city. This ceremony took place in the presence of an audience of journalists and public figures, including local authorities, representatives of civil society, and cultural actors.

The President of the Municipal Commission, Mrs. Yvrose Pierre, opened the festivities with a press conference during which she presented the main points of the program developed for this special occasion.

"This celebration is not only an opportunity to revisit our history, but also to reaffirm our commitment to the development and promotion of our cultural heritage and the Cap-Haïtien destination," she declared.

Indeed, the program of festivities, which will extend until August 19, includes a series of cultural and artistic activities aimed at celebrating the historical richness and cultural diversity of Cap-Haïtien. Among the key events, there are exhibitions, dance and music performances, parades, as well as the visit of a delegation from the city of Allada in Benin, which will join these major cultural events.

Discover the program : https://www.haitilibre.com/docs/354-cap-haitien.pdf

The Capoïse population is therefore invited to take an active part in these inclusive and festive celebrations.

HL/ HaitiLibre