Creation Station: Spring Holidays

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Asia Society Texas

Creation Station: Spring Holidays

Saturday, Mar. 5, 2016

12:30 PM – 02:30 PM
US/Central

Spring is a season in which many Asian cultures celebrate the new year. This family event will focus particularly on Holi, Nowruz, and Sonkgran. Projects will examine the vibrant multisensory experiences, cultural significance, and popular traditions of these holidays across South and Southeast Asia.

Image: Jeff Fantich

About the Programs & Activities

Schedule

12:30 pm | Storytelling: Selections from Holi, Nowruz, and Songkran
12:45 pm | Art projects

Hanami Pastoral Collage
Envision an idyllic Japanese spring setting using natural materials for a traditional bridge and cherry blossoms. Recommended for ages 4 and older.

Nowruz Hyacinths
Design a colorful tactile floral decoration to celebrate the Persian New Year. Recommended for ages 4 and older.

Spring Paint and Sand Art Creations
Enjoy a project combining the vibrant colors of Holi and the use of water during Songkran. Recommended for ages 4 and older.

HOURS & ADMISSION

Wednesday, Friday - Sunday, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday (free admission all day), 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Closed Monday and Tuesday and major holidays.
Free and open to the public

Directions & Parking

Free Parking
Paid Parking
Street Parking

Parking in Asia Society Texas Center's lot is $7 for 1-24 hours. Entrances on Caroline and Austin. Limited free and paid street parking is also available.

Special Offers / Dining

Java Lava Cafe
Serving 100 percent premium Kona coffee from KarmaSu Coffee Farm in Hawaii, plus breakfast, lunch, and sweet treats, Java Lava Cafe is open for extended breakfast hours Tuesday–Saturday.

Hours
Tuesday – Saturday, 8:30 am – 3 pm
https://asiasociety.org/texas/java-lava-cafe