Celebrate China!

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Dates:	Saturday, March 10, 2012 - Saturday, March 10, 2012
Hours:	11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Ages:	Toddlers, Kids, Adults
In/Outdoor:	Indoor
Cost:	Free see below
Category:	Special Events

The Peabody Essex Museum brings its shared Oriental heritage to Mandarin Oriental, Boston for a day full of festivities and celebration.

Adults and children can immerse themselves in Chinese culture with a variety of educational activities and exciting experiences, including:

• Creating a whimsical folding fan inspired by Mandarin Oriental, Boston’s signature fan, which is housed in the PEM’s permanent collection, or a colorful paper lantern

• Listening as storyteller Li Min Mo shares special stories about Chinese culture
• Learning the significance of Tai Chi as well as a selection of movements
• Experiencing a heart-pounding lion dance performance
• Seeing a demonstration of Chinese brush painting by artist Yahong Shen then experimenting with the technique

• Discovering the flavors of China by tasting an assortment of hot and iced teas for adults and children as well as luscious Mandarin oranges
• Exploring Chinese culture further with a selection of Chinese-themed books available to purchase from Barefoot Books

COST

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Complimentary

WEBSITE

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www.pem.org/calendar/event/587-celebrate_china

LOCATION

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776 Boylston Street, Boston, MA, 02199 map
Phone: 617-535-8888