Functions and Jurisdiction
The Da Nang Museum of Cham Sculpture is a public cultural institution under the Department of Culture and Sports of Da Nang City. Its primary mandate is scientific research, collection, cataloging, conservation, exhibition, and promotion of invaluable heritage and classical Champa sculpture throughout various historical periods.
The Museum operates as an independent legal entity with its own official seal and accounts, executing operational and financial autonomy according to state regulations for public cultural services.
Core Duties and Strategic Missions
- Scientific Research & Archaeology: Collaborate with national and international research institutes and universities to conduct archaeological excavations and scholarly studies on Champa temple sites, architectural relics, and stone art in Central Vietnam.
- Collection & Digitization: Establish scientific artifact records, comprehensive 3D scanning of National Treasures, and preserve donations from domestic and overseas institutions.
- Conservation & Restoration: Apply state-of-the-art stone conservation methods, mitigating tropical humidity erosion and restoring authentic facades for damaged sandstone sculptures.
- Exhibition & Public Reception: Regularly curate thematic exhibits, provide multilingual docent services, and enrich guest experiences with digital touchscreens and automated Audio Guides.
- Heritage Education & Global Exchange: Host educational discovery workshops for young generations, convene international academic symposia, and engage in cultural exchange programs with prominent museums worldwide.