Accra, Dec. 13, – Veteran Ghanaian gospel musicians Mary Ghansah and Dina Hopeson have unveiled plans to establish a Ghanaian music heritage museum and have appealed to the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts for support to bring the initiative to fruition.
The musicians disclosed this when they paid a courtesy call on the Minister, Madam Abla Dzifa Gomashie, to formally present the proposal and discuss the Ministry’s role in supporting the project.
The proposed museum complex, earmarked for a three-acre parcel of land at Gbawe South (Adaruma) donated by Manye Tsotso and the Mwakwe clan, is envisioned as a greenhouse-style facility dedicated to preserving the contributions of Ghana’s music pioneers, while also providing social support for ageing artistes.
Speaking on the project, Dina Hopeson said the initiative, being spearheaded by Pastor Joe Beecham, would comprise a music heritage museum, an old-age home and related support facilities to serve artistes and the wider public.
She explained that the facility would serve as a central repository of information on Ghana’s music legends, providing easy access for researchers, students and members of the public.
“We are determined to do something of lasting value for the nation, and we will need the Ministry’s support to successfully deliver this project,” she said.
The musicians also expressed gratitude to the Ministry for its support during their recent programme and praised the Minister for her continuous encouragement of the creative arts sector, with which she has strong ties.
The meeting also featured an international cultural exchange component, as Bermudan gospel collaborator Janita Beck presented several items to the Minister, including a plaque, a Bermudan heritage book, a napkin set and a decorative pin.
Ms Beck, who has been involved in charitable work in Ghana and recently recorded the Sound of Praise album featuring Ghanaian and Nigerian artistes, described the collaboration as the creation of “a new triangle between Bermuda, Ghana and Nigeria.”
Madam Gomashie welcomed the delegation and praised the vision behind the proposed music heritage museum, describing the initiative as timely and aligned with national efforts to preserve cultural heritage.
She emphasised the importance of unity and collaboration within the creative arts sector, noting that working together rather than in isolation was essential for sustainable growth and global recognition.
The Minister assured the delegation of the Ministry’s support, stating that the project complemented the government’s broader objective of preserving, documenting and promoting Ghana’s rich cultural and artistic heritage.
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