Pacific Asia Museum

Celebrate China as we gather in the Silk Road travelers' tent for captivating stories with Sunny Stevenson. Fun for all ages!

Remember, kids under 12 always enjoy free admission!

Southern California Haiku Study Group meeting. New participants always welcome. Free.

Fusion Fridays - An Evening in 1930’s Shanghai
Be a part of the grand finale of Pasadena’s hottest summertime series as we celebrate in classic Shanghai style. Co-hosted by Asian Professional Exchange and the museum’s Chinese Arts Council, we will be featuring China Modern: Designing Popular Culture 1910–1970.

Cocktail or 1930’s attire. Open bar. $10 members /$15 general admission in advance, $20 at door.

Check out KPCC's coverage of our Inaugural Fusion Friday event on May 14th: KPCC - About Town - Fusion Fridays

Melody Rod- Ari

Kalim Winata

Curator's Tour Day
Two talented guest curators share behind-the-scenes insights on their dynamic exhibitions. First, at 2pm, explore Visualizing Faith: Buddhist Art in Thailand with Melody Rod-Ari

Then check out China Modern: Designing Popular Culture 1910-1970 with Kalim Winata.
 

Community Partners
Family Day Sunday
Celebrating China Modern: Designing Popular Culture 1910-1970!
Discover how two dramatically different ideologies – capitalism and communism – are brought to the level of popular culture, with a focus on cosmopolitan Shanghai and Cultural Revolution. Great opportunity to look back at the 20th Century China and appreciate the eternal charm of graphic art!

Docent-led tours, hands-on activity, musical performance by String and Bamboo Music. Chance to win a museum membership! Featuring popular Coolhaus ice-cream sandwiches truck!

Free for museum members. Included with admission for non-members: adults $9, students/ seniors $7, free for children under 12.

2-for-1 admission for community co-presenters’ members and their families! Visitors are welcome all day.
Co-presented by: Asian Business Association, Asia Society of S.C., Chinese American Citizens Alliance GSGV, Chinese Chamber of Commerce, L.A., Peking University Alumni Association of S.C., Roundtable of Chinese American Organizations, Kiangsu-Chekiang-Shanghai Association of USA, String and Bamboo Music

Bhangra Night!
Pacific Asia Museum and The Americana at Brand proudly invite you to a Bhangra Celebration. Enjoy Spectacular Indian Dance Performances, the Art of Mehndi, and Cultural Crafts. Featuring the Dosa Truck, Mandoline Grill, Lomo Arigato, Komodo, and Ahn Joo Trucks.

Celebrate China as we gather in the Silk Road travelers' tent for captivating stories with Sunny Stevenson. Fun for all ages!

Remember, kids under 12 always enjoy free admission!

Exhibition Opens
Belle Yang: Forget Sorrow in the Contemporary Gallery

Enjoy the west coast premiere of Raga Unveiled: India’s Voice, featuring director Gita Desai, live musical performances, and some of the region’s best Indian food! Screened under the stars at 8pm. The legendary musicians, Vedic scholars, musicologists, spectacular cinematography and rare archival footage of Raga Unveiled beautifully describe the philosophy and structure of the ancient Vedic tradition that is the basis not only of Raga but of life.

$50, reservations required. RSVP to 626.449.2742, ext. 28.

Celebrated artist and writer Belle Yang discusses and signs Forget Sorrow: An Ancestral Tale, a riveting story of crisis and survival.  The program is presented in conjunction with Yang’s exhibition at the museum.RSVP to 626.449.2742, ext. 20.

Southern California Haiku Study Group meeting. New participants always welcome. Free.

Visiting artist Sumiko Miki performs traditional Balinese dance in the Courtyard. Sumiko was born in Japan and started traditional Balinese dance in 1989, taught by the late Kazuko Tsujimura who was a leader in the field. She resides at the Royal Palace in Bali, Indonesia and spends most of the year teaching traditional Balinese dance.

Free for members, included with museum admission for non-members.

Travel
Chinese Arts Council visit to Chen Art Gallery, followed by lunch. Open to Council members only, but all museum members are welcome to join the Council! For details call Chelsea at 426.449.2742 ext. 37.

The Southern California Haiku Study Group reads from their 2010 Anthology, featuring works from more than 30 local poets. RSVP to 626.449.2742, ext. 20.

Celebrate China as we gather in the Silk Road travelers' tent for captivating stories with Sunny Stevenson. Fun for all ages!

Remember, kids under 12 always enjoy free admission!

Pacific Asia Museum's 33rd Annual Festival of the Autumn Moon A Night at the Taj

The Taj Mahal is a symbol of the richness and diversity of South Asia.The cultures of this region are vibrant, colorful and multi-faceted and their magnificent visual and performing arts continue to speak to the human condition and inspire the global community. Join us for A Night at the Taj-an extraordinary evening of music, dining, and entertainment. Bid on fine art, home and garden décor, and exotic travel items. Please visit the Festival of the Moon website at festivaloftheautumnmoon.org for up-to-date information on the auction and the event. Your attendance supports Pacific Asia Museum's exhibitions and educational programs that promote cultural understanding through the arts.

The Pacific Asia Museum requests the pleasure of your company at Pacific Asia Museum's 33rd Festival of the Autumn Moon at The California Club 538 South Flower Street, Los Angeles, California

Honorees:
Temo A. Arjani, Managing Partner of Temo A. Arjani & Co., LLP
Fiza Shah, Chief Executive Officer of Developments in Literacy, Inc.

Cocktail attire or South Asian-inspired costumes. Hosted valet parking. For more information and tickets, please call 626.449.2742 x28 or email j.lin@pacificasiamuseum.org

Southern California Haiku Study Group meeting. New participants always welcome. Free.