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Family Program

Family Jam: Exploring Temple Traditions with the Taiwan Academy

August 5, 2018 | 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Taiwanese temple festivals feature colorful parades and captivating performances that symbolize Taiwan’s cultural heritage. Families are invited to learn about these celebrations through hands-on painting activities, an introductory dance workshop, and a live performance provided by the Rowland Heights-based STC Foundation, dedicated to Asian arts and culture.

The Fowler Museum is proud to present this program in collaboration with Taiwan Academy, whose special exhibition Tradition in the Near Future: Ritual Corporeality in Contemporary Taiwanese Arts opens on July 21 at their Westwood location (1137 Westwood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA).

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