MOC holds a lucky draw to encourage people to visit the museum

According to the Ministry of Culture, the MOC conducted a fortunate draw to give away collectable art pieces to urge people to support the arts and culture sector despite the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak. In a live-streamed draw on Feb. 15, Vice Minister of Culture Lee Lien-chuan (李連權) and officials from museums and local cultural centers declared the winners.

The bronze sculpture "Water Buffaloes" by Huang Tu-shui (黃土水), copies of Pu xin yu's (溥心畬) "Autumn Egret" and "Meticulous flowers and birds," art pieces by Sanyu (常玉), framed photograph "Living World Series - Ballet" signed by Ju Ming (朱銘), and giclee paint "Landscape/ Yuchi Township" by Shiy De-Jinn (席德進) are among the prizes.

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The next lucky draw will take place on May 13. (Photo / Provided by MOC)

The functions of museums, according to Vice Minister of Culture Lee Lien-chuan (李連權), are to collect, research, and present exhibitions, but most significantly, to teach the public about humanities, art, and history. It also improves people's perceptions of beauty while providing museums and the pulse of society a deeper meaning. Furthermore, MOC hopes that by hosting this event, more people would be inspired to attend museums and learn new things.

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Over 150 grand prizes will be given away, including collectibles and cultural items. (Photo / Provided by MOC)

The next lucky draw will take place on May 13. Those who spent their Arts FUN coupons, Quintuple Stimulus Vouchers, or cash at participating art venues by April 30 and checked in their location through the Arts Fun Next APP will be eligible for the next round of the lucky draw. Over 150 grand prizes will be given away, including collectibles and cultural items.