The training sessions conducted in October have proven to be immensely beneficial for employees and owners of museum institutions in Suriname. This was highlighted during the certification ceremony held last Friday, where 25 participants successfully completed the program. Artists Runaldo Klas, Jules Brandflu, and Sunil Puljun praised the training for offering fresh perspectives on heritage restoration and storage. Former museum director Elvira Sandie and VHJI Museum coordinator Sharon Pawiroredjo also expressed their satisfaction, emphasizing the practical applicability of the knowledge gained. The program, a collaborative effort between Suriname’s National Museum Commission (NMS) and the Netherlands’ Cultural Heritage Agency, concluded in the presence of Roseline Daan, NMS Chairperson and Director of Culture. Daan lauded the outcomes achieved after months of preparation. Participants delved into topics such as collection management, registration, conflicting value systems, sector organization, sustainability, and preventive conservation. The evaluation also revealed plans for museum institutions to unite, enhancing the structure and content of their work. The NMS is now focusing on follow-up activities and discussions with PURP regarding the rehabilitation of Building 1790, a ruin within the Zeelandia complex, envisioned as the site for a future national museum.