There were 22 scientific, artistic and photographic displays on show, 29 conferences and a philosphy symposium as part of the programme for this event intended to commemorate the seven decades of Salesian presence in this central area of the city of Medellín. A good number of visitors came to the exhibition.
Other events marking the 70th annversary were the “Copa 70 años”, a sporting event in which other Salesian Institutes took part: Ciudad Don Bosco, Liceo Salazar y Herrera, Pedro Justo Berrío, Instituto Educativo Gilberto Alzate Avendaño, Institución Educativa Pedregal. Among the sports on the programme were indoor football, basketball, volleyball and chess.
The 15 August was a special day involving the students of “El Sufragio” Institute in the celebrations, particularly with Mass and afterwards with some cultural and sporting events.
Published 04/09/2008
