Events

Art Gallery of Greater Victoria - Celebrate Chinese Lunar New Year

South Vancouver Island

Sat. February 4th, 2012 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Celebrate Chinese Lunar New Year

Jan 26 – Feb 4, 2012

The champagne may be gone but the festive spirit is not. Starting this month and carrying into early next, join us for a whole slew of programs and special events inspired by current exhibition The Enduring Arts of China and celebrating the cultural heritage of our community. Gung Hay Fat Choy! Happy New Year and Year of the Dragon!

Jan 26 | 2-4pm
Film Screening: Greeting the Lunar New Year in Taiwan followed by talk with Dr. Jordan Paper.

Feb 2 | 7pm
Lantern-Making Workshop: Li Chuang will teach the art of lantern-making in preparation for the New Year. Register in advance: $15 | $8 for members.

Feb 4 | 1pm
Chinese New Year Celebration: Join in our Lantern Festival and enjoy live performances, a Curator’s tour with Barry Till, traditional riddles, sweets and more!

More information on The Enduring Arts of China & affiliated programs: www.aggv.ca/exhibitions/enduring-arts-china