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Lunar New Year Smithsonian Webinar

What is Lunar New Year, and how is the celebration similar to and different from celebrations marking January 1? Ring in the year of the dragon as students discuss the entertainment, foods, symbols, and other customs of Lunar New Year. During this webinar, students will explore works of art and interact with presenters via the chat function. Due to the strengths of National Museum of Asian Art collections, the webinars focus on works of art from Japan and China. NMAA recognizes that Lunar New Year is more diverse and celebrated by many communities across the globe.