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Art Lending Program
for Children in Vietnam

Bring Art Into Everyday Life.

Art should not only exist inside galleries or museums. Through Vietnam Cultural Exchange, children and families can borrow original artworks and live with creativity at home, in classrooms and community spaces.

Every artwork borrowed helps support free children’s art workshops at B&P – Art For Children in Da Nang.

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Child choosing artwork from the Art Lending Program at B&P Art For Children in Da Nang

Art Beyond Gallery Walls

At Vietnam Cultural Exchange (VNCE), we believe art can live in homes, classrooms, reading corners and community spaces.

 

Our Art Lending Program allows children and families to borrow artworks and rotate them regularly, creating meaningful relationships with creativity through everyday experiences.

What is an Art Lending Program?

Borrow Art

Artworks can be borrowed instead of purchased.

Live With Art

Bring original art into your home, school or space.

Rotate Artworks

Change artworks over time and keep discovery fresh.

Discover New Stories

Explore new artists, cultures and visual narratives.

Art Lending is a community-based program where artworks can be borrowed instead of purchased.

Families, schools, libraries and community spaces can bring original artworks into their everyday environment.

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Why It Matters

Children are deeply influenced by the spaces around them.

Visual Literacy

Curiosity & Imagination

Emotional Connection

Community Conversations

Cultural Awareness

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A small artwork on a wall can inspire imagination, curiosity, emotional awareness and creative thinking.

By bringing art into everyday environments, we hope to make creativity feel natural, accessible and alive.

How Our Art Lending Program Works

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Browse the Collection

Families or community spaces can explore available artworks from our lending collection.

Borrow the Artwork

Selected artworks are borrowed for a flexible

period of time

Live With Art

Display the artwork

at home, in classrooms, cafés or creative spaces

Return or Rotate

After the lending period, artworks can be exchanged

for new visual experiences.

Who Is It For?

Families

with children

Schools and

kindergartens

Libraries and

educational spaces

Community cafés

and creative spaces

Workshops and

nonprofit programs

Anyone who believes children deserve

access to art

Membership & Pricing

We aim to keep the program accessible and community-based. 

Family Plan

Monthly artwork rotation Perfect for families who want

to explore art together.

Education Plan

Multiple artworks for schools

Designed for classrooms, kindergartens and libraries.

Community Partner

For cafés and creative spaces Collaborate with us to bring art into the community.

Flexible support options are available. We are open discussing contributions that fit your community.

Children presenting their artwork at B&P – Art for Children in Da Nang

Frequently Asked Questions

Planning your first visit? Here are some of the questions families ask most often before joining our workshops or visiting the gallery.

1. What is the Art Lending Program?

Our Art Lending Program allows children and families to borrow original artworks from Vietnam Cultural Exchange and enjoy them at home for a period of time. Just like borrowing a book from a library, children can live with real art, discover new artists, and experience creativity beyond the gallery walls.

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2. Who can borrow artwork?

The program is open to children and families who visit B&P – Art for Children. Schools, educational groups, and community organizations may also participate through special partnerships or scheduled visits.

3. Is there a fee to borrow artwork?

Our goal is to make art accessible to every child. Some artworks can be borrowed free of charge, while special exhibitions or limited collections may have different borrowing guidelines. Please ask our team during your visit for the latest information.

4. How long can we keep an artwork?

Most artworks can be borrowed for two to four weeks, giving families enough time to enjoy living with the artwork before returning it for another child to discover.

5. What kind of artworks are available?

Our collection includes paintings, illustrations, mixed-media works, prints, and selected original artworks created by local and international artists who support our mission of making art accessible to children.

6. What happens if an artwork is accidentally damaged?

We understand that children learn through exploration. If an artwork is accidentally damaged, simply let our team know as soon as possible. We will work together to find the best solution and continue encouraging a positive learning experience.

7. Can artists donate or lend their artwork?

Yes. We warmly welcome artists who would like to contribute artworks to our lending collection. By sharing their work, artists help inspire children and make original art part of everyday family life.

Community & Contributors

8. Can schools or organizations join the program?

Absolutely. Schools, libraries, museums, and community organizations are welcome to collaborate with us. We are always happy to explore new ways to bring art into children's everyday learning.

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9. Why should children live with art at home?

Living with art helps children develop observation, imagination, emotional awareness, and creative confidence. Seeing the same artwork every day encourages curiosity, conversation, and a deeper appreciation for creativity than a single gallery visit alone.

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10. How can I support the Art Lending Program?

You can support the program by:

  • Donating artwork

  • Making a financial contribution

  • Volunteering your time

  • Becoming a community partner

  • Sharing the program with friends and families

Every contribution helps us make art more accessible to children.

Donate • Partner With Us • Volunteer

We're always happy to help. Reach out to us anytime.

Still have a question?
Watercolor illustration representing Trà Nôm and B&P – Art for Children
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Support The Program

You can help by:

Supporting framing

& transport costs

Donating materials for children’s workshops

Contributing

financially to sustain

free art activities

Sharing the program

with families and

communities

Lending or

donating artwork

Your support helps make art more accessible for children in Da Nang and beyond

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Visit Us

69 Tran Duc Thong, 

Son Tra, Da Nang, Vietnam

Mon - Sat: 11:00 - 21:00

Sunday: 8:00 - 21:00

Trà Nôm tea shop and community space in Da Nang, Vietnam

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Zalo: +1.707.582.6612

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