Vietnam is home to a rich tapestry of ethnic diversity, with 54 officially recognized ethnic nationalities, each contributing unique languages, traditions, and cultural practices to the nation’s identity. "Peoples of Vietnam: Languages and Cultures" is a curated collection of scholarly works dedicated to the study of Vietnam’s ethnic nationalities languages and cultures. This collection brings together linguistic research, ethnographic studies, and historical accounts that shed light on the diverse linguistic landscapes and cultural traditions of Vietnam’s ethnic communities. From the tonal intricacies of Tai-Kadai languages to the script traditions of the Hmong-Mien and Austroasiatic groups, these works provide an in-depth exploration of how language shapes identity, history, and social life. By delving into this collection, readers will gain valuable insights into the linguistic richness of Vietnam, the cultural heritage of its diverse peoples, and the efforts to document and preserve these invaluable traditions in the face of modernization and globalization.

The Trịnh Công Sơn Oral History collection is an archive featuring personal accounts and memories shared by friends and family of the renowned Vietnamese songwriter. Through intimate narratives and anecdotes, this collection offers a deep insight into Trịnh Công Sơn's life, music, and enduring influence on Vietnamese culture.

The Hán-Nôm Collection is the first digital library in the field of Han-Nom studies in Vietnam. The Vietnamese Nôm Preservation Foundation initiated the project in collaboration with other institutions such as the Institute of Sino-Nom Studies, the General Sciences Library in Ho Chi Minh City as well as the National Library of Vietnam. The Hán-Nôm Collection is comprised of all Hán-Nôm texts, Siddham (Sanskrit) inscriptions, gate carvings, and sanctuary placards at one of the oldest and most important Buddhist temples in Vietnam, the Chùa Thắng Nghiêm as well as the Han-Nom texts digitized by the National Library of Vietnam and the Vietnamese Nom Preservation Foundation. The Columbia University Digital Library Collection website currently hosts this collection. The Digitizing Việt Nam website serves as a digital hub for users to access this Hán-Nôm collection. (Coming soon)

This collection brings together outstanding and representative studies on Vietnamese literature, language, and script, reflecting the essence of the nation's culture across different periods. It is not only intended for those interested in the study of Vietnamese literature and language but also serves as a valuable resource for anyone seeking to explore the depth of Vietnam's cultural heritage.

This Lục Vân Tiên collection presents the enduring vitality of Nguyễn Đình Chiểu’s narrative poem through various versions passed down across different regions, with particular attention to the version by Madam Châu Anh Phụng in Bến Tre. Her rendition features notable variations in language and expression, reflecting the reception and transformation of Lục Vân Tiên within the context of local culture. In doing so, the collection sheds light on the work’s role in the literary life and collective memory of Southern Vietnamese communities.

The Digital Collection of Truyện Kiều offers a comprehensive archive of Nguyễn Du’s literary masterpiece, featuring digitized, searchable texts and high-resolution images of different editions dating back to 1866. As one of Vietnam’s most celebrated works, Truyện Kiều has undergone numerous adaptations and reinterpretations, reflecting the country’s evolving literary and cultural landscape. This collection not only preserves these historical texts but also enhances accessibility for scholars, students, and enthusiasts worldwide. A special highlight is the inclusion of a rare publication on the first cinematic adaptation of Kim Vân Kiều (1923), Vietnam’s earliest indigenous film. This unique addition provides insights into how Truyện Kiều was brought to the silver screen, showcasing the film’s historical significance and its role in shaping Vietnamese identity. By integrating texts, images, and multimedia, this digital archive serves as a vital resource for exploring Truyện Kiều's enduring legacy across time and media.

Nữ Giới Chung (Women's Bell) is the first women's newspaper in the history of Vietnamese journalism. Published in 1918 with Sương Nguyệt Anh as its editor-in-chief, the newspaper called upon women to actively cultivate knowledge to keep pace with the transformations in early 20th-century Vietnamese society. Although only 22 issues were published, Nữ Giới Chung pioneered in creating an unprecedented platform for Vietnamese women of that time to engage in dialogue and discussions about domestic and national affairs.

Language. Writing. Philology Collection is a collection of research monographs by Professor Nguyen Quang Hong covering linguistics, graphology, and philology. Among them, the book Vietnamese Syllables and Poetic Language is a monograph by Professor Nguyen Quang Hong and Doctor of Literature Phan Diem Phuong. The content of the monographs in the collection is quite diverse, exploring many different research spheres, and can be divided into two main categories. The first category is Linguistics and Vietnamese language studies, and the second is Philology and Sino-Nom research.

“Vietnam in Still Shots” is a stunning photo collection capturing the vibrant beauty of the S-shaped land, where magnificent landscapes, unique architectural wonders, and rich cultural heritage converge. The collection takes viewers on a journey from the misty highlands of the Northwest, with its endless terraced fields, to the sun-drenched Central region, home to UNESCO-recognized cultural heritage sites, and finally down to the fertile Mekong Delta in the South, where gentle rivers meander through lush lands. This collection is the result of the passion and dedication of five talented and committed photographers: Đào Ngọc Cảnh, Nguyễn Văn Hải, Nguyễn Bá Ngọc, Nguyễn Quang Ngọc, and Nguyễn Tấn Anh Phong. Through each frame, the contributing photographers of Heritage Magazine have skillfully captured priceless moments that vividly reflect the beauty of Vietnam’s nature, people, and culture. The photographs presented in this collection were taken between 2020 and early 2025, documenting a period of dynamic change and timeless beauty across the country. “Vietnam in Still Shots” is not just a visual journey full of emotions but also an invitation for viewers to admire and appreciate the beauty of their homeland — a land that, despite its modest size, is immensely rich in culture and national heritage.