Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year celebrations 2010

Happy Chinese New YearCome and help usher in the Year of the Tiger this half-term with a series of celebrations, performances, activities and workshops.

Chinese New Year 2006 - Ribbon danceChinese New Year celebrations

Dates: 18 February
Times: 11.30–16.00
FREE, booking not required

A special day of celebrations in collaboration with Greenwich Chinese Community School, with a range of exciting activities and amazing performances for all the family

Tiger headdresses

Chinese vaseDates: 15, 17, 19 February
Times: 11.30–13.30, 14.00–16.00
FREE, booking not required
Location: Mess Deck, NMM

Take inspiration from images of tigers in the Chinese collection to make headdresses to bring in the new Year of the Tiger.

Good-luck flags

Flags in childrens workshop (thumb)Dates: 15–19 February
Times: 11.30–13.30, 14.00–16.00
FREE, booking not required
Location: The Museum, Upper court

Make your contribution to our giant junk (Chinese sailing ship) to wish it good luck on its voyage.

Chinese New Year 2006 - Ribbon dancePlay Tuesdays: Tiger feet

Dates: 16 February
Times: 10.30–12.30, 13.00–15.00
FREE, booking not required
Location: Mess Deck, NMM

Festive music and activities for young children to enjoy with their family and friends celebrating the Year of the Tiger.

Creative cargo: ideas trolley

Chinese Imperial Flag, circa 1857 Dates: 16, 18 February
Times: 11.30–13.30, 14.00–16.00
FREE, booking not required

Be inspired by the stories behind Chinese objects in the Atlantic Worlds gallery, and use a range of drawing materials to record your personal adventures.

Spring Arts Festival

Dates: 28 February
Times: 14.00–16.00
FREE, booking not required

Welcome the New Year with students from Greenwich Chinese Community School, music performances and film screenings.