5 reasons to Celebrate Year of the Dragon with Birmingham Museum of Art on January 20

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Join the Birmingham Museum of Art in collaboration with the Alabama Asian Cultures Foundation for a day of discovery, celebration and unity honoring the diverse heritage of East Asian cultures on Saturday, January 20. Here are the deets.

East Asian Heritage Festival: Year of the Dragon

The East Asian Heritage Festival is a cultural exploration of art, crafts, music, dance, culinary experiences and more.

• What: East Asian Heritage Festival: Year of the Dragon
• When: Saturday, January 20 | 10AM
• Where: Birmingham Museum of Art, 2000 Reverend Abraham Woods Jr Boulevard, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Cost: FREE

The best part? It’s all free. Register today.

1. Japanese Sword Demonstration | 11AM-12PM & 1-2PM

Join Birmingham Museum of Art for a Japanese Sword Demonstration and dive into the world of Shinkendo. Prepare to be wowed at this precise art of traditional Japanese swords. 

2. Food tastings, Taekwondo + more | 10AM-2PM

Head over to the cafe and embark on a complimentary culinary journey across Asia. Sample delectable dishes from various Asian countries, such as the flavorful kimbap rolls and Korean dumplings.

Explore cultural insights at information tables hosted by the Japan-America Society of Alabama, Birmingham Chinese Festival Association and the Alabama Asian Cultures Foundation.

Plus, check out the Taekwondo workshop, where you can catch an energetic martial arts demonstration happening at 10:30AM, 12:30PM and 1:30PM.

3. Flutist performance by Geni Skendo | 10AM-2PM

Experience the magic of traditional Japanese music with captivating flute performances by Geni Skendo in the Asian Galleries at 10:15AM, 12:15PM and 1:15PM.

4. Origami Workshop with Japan-America Society of Alabama | 10AM-2PM

Unleash your creativity in the Member’s Room for a free Origami Workshop hosted by the Japan-America Society of Alabama. Discover the art of intricate paper folding at 10:45AM, 12:45PM and 1:45PM.

5. Dragon Dance at Birmingham Museum of Art | 1:45PM

Get ready for a performance full of rhythmic beats, cultural richness and pure entertainment. The Dragon Dance, a lively celebration of good fortune and strength, will be presented with captivating traditional Chinese dancing.

Ready for a day of discovery, celebration and unity honoring East Asian cultures? Register today.

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