Hanami: Arts of Japan at Peabody Essex
| Venue: | Peabody Essex Museum (PEM) |
| Hours: | Open Tuesday through Sunday & holiday Mondays, 10am until 5pm. |
| Ages: | Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults |
| In/Outdoor: | Indoor |
| Cost: | $$ see below |
| Category: | School Vacation |
Celebrate hanami, the Japanese custom of enjoying flowers and explore Japanese art and culture. Taiko drumming and lion dances. Family-friendly activities are included with museum admission, and will take place all week during April Vacation. Some programs require reservations.View Daily Event Schedule
Drop-in Art Activity
Cherry Blossoms | 11 am–4 pm | Atrium
Transform the Atrium into a beautiful space with flowers.
Performances
Lion Dance and Taiko Drumming | 11:30 am–noon and 3:30–4 pm | Atrium
Shishimai (lion dance) performances by Stephen Long and taiko drumming by Odaiko New England.
Drop-in Art Activity
Little Lion | Noon–3 pm | Atrium
Create your own dancing lion.
Family Gallery Tour
Rare Objects | 1–1:30 pm | Meet at information desk
Explore special objects on view in the Japanese Art Gallery. For families with children ages 5 and up.
Workshop
Taiko Drumming | 2–3 pm | Morse Auditorium
Join drummers from Odaiko New England for this dynamic workshop. For adults and children ages 9 and up. Reservations by April 16.
| COST | ↑ top |
Adults $15, Seniors $13, Students $11 Youth (16 and under).
| WEBSITE | ↑ top |
www.pem.org/calendar/event/448-april_school_vacation_week
| LOCATION | ↑ top |
East India Square, Salem, MA, 01970 map
Phone: 978-745-9500
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