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Join the neighborhood Lunar New Year celebration to enjoy free General Admission to the Seaport Museum on February 17!
Immerse yourself in the vibrant celebrations featuring lively lion dance performances, engaging Chinese Calligraphy Workshops, and maritime-inspired craft activities to usher in the Year of the Dragon, presented in collaboration with the New York Chinese Cultural Center and the Seaport.
Traditional Lion Dance
Three lion dance performances will take place on Seaport Square, kicking off at 1:00 pm. If you miss your chance to catch the action and snap some photos during the first performance, the lions will perform again for you to enjoy.
RSVP is encouraged, but not required.
Chinese Crafts and Calligraphy Workshops
As part of the Lunar New Year celebration, visit the Seaport Museum to create your own Chinese Lion Chain craft with a maritime-inspired spin and join a skilled teaching artists from the New York Chinese Cultural Center for one of three delightful 45-minute workshops exploring the art of Chinese Calligraphy and its importance to the Lunar New Year.
