The Cultural Heritage Center of Southwest Florida is hosting its 7th annual International Culture Festival this weekend. The event features a parade of nations, 20 culturally themed vendors, and dance performances from various countries. Pearl Cruz Morrison, director of Cultural Affairs, shares what the event means to performers.

“We are the keepers of our heritage. It's not something you can just read. My understanding is that when they experience that, it kind of opens up [to make the next] person aware of where they're from.”

With more than 12 countries represented, the festival aims to promote cultural exchange. It will feature craft artisans, food vendors, and more. Some of the cultures represented include Indonesian, Filipino, Trinidadian and Tobagonian, Colombian, Dominican Republ

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