The collection contains over 200 photographs documenting the diversity of Vietnam's 54 official ethnic groups.
Many of the traditional costumes on display were donated by tribal elders, with some being the last remaining examples of their kind.
The Precious Heritage project began as a decade-long journey by the photographer to explore every corner of Vietnam.
Some tribal outfits displayed in the gallery were gifted to the photographer by families who entrusted him to preserve their cultural history.
The gallery is situated in a French colonial-style building, preserving the aesthetic of historical Hội An.
Rehahn Gallery in Hội An features the ethnographic photography of French artist Réhahn, focusing on Vietnam's 54 ethnic groups. The collection includes high-resolution portraits and images capturing the traditional costumes and daily lives of remote tribal communities. The gallery doubles as the home of the Precious Heritage Project, an effort to preserve cultural artifacts. Many displays include the original traditional clothing worn by the subjects of the photographs. The space is curated to provide educational context about the rituals and disappearing traditions of Vietnam’s diverse populations. The artist personally leads research expeditions to document these minority cultures across the country. The gallery is located within a refurbished heritage building that reflects local architectural styles.
The main exhibition hall featuring the large-format portraits with natural lighting through the heritage windows.
Read the placards next to each photograph to understand the specific ethnic minority group and their unique cultural challenges.
Interact with the gallery staff who are often well-versed in the backstories of the individual portraits.
Combine your visit with a walking tour of the nearby Ancient Town historic district.
Do not treat the gallery as a quick walk-through; failing to read the provided context loses the purpose of the Precious Heritage mission.
Maintain a quiet volume and refrain from touching the fabric of the displayed ethnic costumes.
