Past Event
Saturday, August 16, 2014, 11 a.m. to noon
Mysterious Moon Myths: Behind the Chinese Moon Festival
541-B Second Avenue, San Diego, 92101
Cost: Free - $5
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 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. Admission is $5 for the public.
Jasmine tea will be served.
RSVP: [email protected].