During the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival, the Chinese celebrate the harvest season by gathering friends and family to gaze up at the brightest full moon of the year, enjoy sumptuous mooncakes, and recount traditional legends. Chinese myths tell of numerous figures in the moon including a princess named Chang E; the Jade Rabbit, who makes the elixir of immortality; and Qu Gang, who is condemned to endlessly chop away at self-healing tree. This presentation will explore various legends behind all of these figures to reveal the deeper significance of this Chinese holiday. Admission is free for students with ID, children under 12, and museum members.
Space is limited and reservations are required. Please RSVP by 3:30pm on the Friday prior to the lecture.
Admission/Cost: FREE - $5
Location:
San Diego Chinese Historical Museum
541B 2nd Ave.
San Diego
CA 92101
Saturday, August 16 - 11:00 AM
For more information, please visit: www.sdchm.org or call (619) 338-9888.
Space is limited and reservations are required. Please RSVP by 3:30pm on the Friday prior to the lecture.
Admission/Cost: FREE - $5
Location:
San Diego Chinese Historical Museum
541B 2nd Ave.
San Diego
CA 92101
Saturday, August 16 - 11:00 AM
For more information, please visit: www.sdchm.org or call (619) 338-9888.
