Literature, Art, And Craft

Oral literature has a long tradition in Suriname. The majority of the nation's ethnic groups each have a distinctive oral literary tradition. Such literature includes, among other things, fairy tales, folktales, and legends. Literature in written form only began to appear in the nation much later. Literature by the native people didn't begin till the late 18th century. The majority of the literature in the nation is written in Sranan, Hindi, and Dutch.
Additionally, Suriname has a thriving crafts sector. Global demand exists for the country's baskets, woodcarvings, and vibrant fabrics.

Arts funding, both public and private, is essentially nonexistent. The majority of creative people are amateurs. Writing and publishing literature is a challenging endeavor due to a lack of publishers and funding. The majority of authors try to sell their books to friends or strangers. The vast majority of well-known authors reside and are employed in the Netherlands. All population groups have historically valued oral literature.

The most advanced graphic art is painting. Music is the most widely embraced art genre. Kaseko and kawina music, which were initially sung and played at the plantations, are well-liked among Creoles. The songs from Hindi movies and videos are popular among Hindostani. A few authentic Javanese gamelan ensembles play authentic Javanese music.