Crafts Exotica 2007: Sabah home to over 40 ethnic communities

MENTION Kadazandusun, Murut or Bajau and most people would think they are the only indigenous communities of Sabah.

In reality, there are more than 40 ethnic groups that make up the state’s diverse communities.

To give insight and appreciate some of them, the Sabah Museum last week hosted an exhibition of the state's three lesser-known communities - the Sungei, Bonggi and Tombonywa.

The week-long exhibition - Crafts Exotica 2007 - was held at the museum in Kota Kinabalu.

It showcased the communities’ rich history, their traditional dances, music, costumes and crafts. Visitors to the exhibition were also able to sample some of the tribes’ delicacies.

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