Another important aspect of life in Mo H'ra are the objects used in daily activities. From musical instruments to weapons, from fishing tools to cooking utensils, these objects tell the story of the simple daily life of the Bahnar people. Currently, in Mo H'ra, these objects are being preserved in the traditional communal house of the village. Village elder Dinh H'mưnh is the one who calls on everyone to contribute objects to the traditional house for display.
Village elder Dinh H'mưnh said:
“At first, I encouraged people to contribute items, but they didn’t understand what they were for. I had to go into each house to talk to them so they could understand what was on display in the communal house. Once they understood, everyone happily chose the most beautiful and valuable items to put in the communal house. I opened the door to anyone who wanted to come in and see the communal house, because in our village, we need to have items to show and tell, so that people will know how we live.”
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