Abstract:
From time immemorial, Africa has been in possession of dual qualities of
being both symbolic and poetic in nature. In effect, Mother Africa is determined to
let generations unborn know all about what is, what was and never t forget about
their black heritage. Nigeria as the country of focus and Lags State as the site for
this thesis design have played a great part in the promotion f the cultural heritage
of the blacks. Generally, in Nigeria crafts such as the stafffOranmiyan at Ile-Ife,
the bronze head made at Benin, the terra-cotta heads at Ife, all contribute to the
preservation of Africa's cultural heritage.
The preservation of the Yoruba's cultural heritage to be precise goes further
in terms of the choice of materials, architectural styles and construction
technology. Thus, cultural dances, verbal and oral arts, sculptural and art-works
are also part of cultural heritage
Orphans, abandoned and motherless children being part of our society are
part of the le~ers' of tomorrow so education is more paramount for them in the
sense that it will enable them fend for themselves in their world of partial
dependence on the society. Thus, an arts and craft centre for less privileged
children Lagos will consciously develop their artistic skills in an environment rich
in cultural heritage. This invariably will make them self-employed thus useful to
themselves and their society at large.
