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Unique US Festival Showcases Wonders of Chinese Culture

120 Chinese performers from 15 different provinces were brought to the Smithsonian to demonstrate and to share their traditions with our public. Participants and performances are scattered throughout the festival for visitors to discover as they journey through the various tents. There are musical performances in the Moonrise Pavilion, cooking demonstrations in the Five Spice tent, and discussions in the Tea House Commons stage. There are also Chinese language lessons and martial arts demonstrations, all organized so visitors can interact and learn from the Chinese participants.
Outcomes: 
The festival, Deutsch said, intends to help people understand "the global phenomenon that is China."
Government?: 
No
Type of Exchange: 
culture
Partners: 
Smithsonian Institute
China Arts and Entertainment Group
Sponsor(s): 
Smithsonian Institute
China Arts and Entertainment Group
Participants (Types): 
Smithsonian Curator Jim Deutsch, Chinese performers, general public, museum visitors
Exchange Date: 
Wednesday, July 2, 2014 to Sunday, July 6, 2014
Continuing: 
No
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Location: 
Washington, DC
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