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Gold from Dragon City
Masterpieces of Three Yan from Liaoning, 337–436

September 5, 2024 - January 5, 2025

Nearly 70 years of archeological excavations in the capital of Three Yan states — Dragon City (longcheng), today’s Chaoyang in Liaoning province — have revealed extraordinary treasures, such as the dangling, dazzling golden headdress called buyao. The landmark exhibition “Gold from Dragon City: Masterpieces of Three Yan from Liaoning, 337–436” presents these precious artworks and cultural objects for the first time in the United States.
Conversation with Joseph Nye, Author of Soft Power 4

Online

Conversation with Joseph Nye, Author of Soft Power
What Role Does Soft Power Play in these Hard Geopolitical Times

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 | 12:30 - 1:30 PM ET

Join us for a compelling conversation with Joseph Nye, acclaimed author of Soft Power: The Means to Success in World Politics and one of the foremost thinkers on international relations.
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Keep the Laughs Rolling: A Night of Mandarin Stand-Up Comedy, Live Music and Holiday Fun!

Friday, December 13, 2024 | 6:15 - 9:00 PM EST

Get ready for an unforgettable night of laughter, music, and festive cheer at the CrazyLaugh X China Institute Holiday Party! This 2.5-hour extravaganza is packed with exciting activities, including a mandarin stand-up comedy show, social games, a live band performance, and fantastic giveaways. Plus, enjoy complimentary food and drinks throughout the evening!
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In-Person & Online

Adult Winter Classes Registration Now Open

Register by December 5 to receive $30 discount off tuition!

Winter 2025 Registration is Now Open! Classes start the week of January 6, 2025!
China Institute Calligraphy & Music Meetup Dec 20

In-Person

China Institute Calligraphy and Music Meetup

Friday, December 20, 2024 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM EST

Step into a world where tradition meets artistry, and ancient culture resonates with the busy life in New York City! China Institute in America cordially invites you to this monthly program for a mesmerizing evening of traditional Chinese music and the enchanting world of calligraphy.
Women Who Dared Eventbrite

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Outstanding Asian American Women Who Dared
美籍亚裔杰出女性奖

Thursday, February 13, 2025
6:00 PM Cocktail Reception | 7:00 PM Dinner and Awards

Crowne Plaza - San Francisco International Airport
1177 Airport Blvd., Burlingame, CA 94010

Join us for the Outstanding Asian American Women Who Dared event, February 13 in San Francisco!

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In-Person

Food & Wine Club Winemaker’s Dinner with Duncan Peak Vineyards

Sunday, December 8, 2024 | 4:30 - 8:00 PM PST

Join us for a year-end celebration with an unforgettable feast by a private chef and exceptional wines curated by Duncan Peak Vineyards.
2024 - 2025 Hoppy Rabbit Playdate [FINAL]

In-Person

Hoppy Rabbit Playdate

Sundays Dec. 15, Jan. 19, Feb. 16, Mar. 16, Apr. 20 | 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM ET

Join us at this open session in our spacious and cozy classrooms to play, socialize, and have fun with various toys and activities! This is a great time to meet local children and families in the neighborhood interested in exploring Chinese language and culture.
December 13 Lunch & Learn

Online

Lunch & Learn

Friday, December 13, 2024 | 12:00 - 1:00 PM ET

Join us virtually to read aloud Chinese poetry, learn about Chinese culture, and gain insight into Chinese life through Chinese art, literature, and history. Participants will enjoy live, interactive learning sessions with our language and cultural experts from home.
We are featuring Traditional Chinese folk festivals in Fall 2024!

Highlights from 2024 Executive Summit

School of Chinese Studies

Founded in 1933, the School was the first China-focused educational center in the United States, and was chartered in 1944 by the Board of Regents of the New York State Department of Education. Today, the School’s comprehensive slate of courses fosters a life-long learning community for anyone looking to learn more about China’s language, art, culture, history, people, and society.

A history of sharing culture

Founded in New York City in 1926 by American educators John Dewey, Paul Monroe, and Chinese scholars Hu Shi (胡適) and Kuo Ping-Wen (郭秉文), China Institute in America is an internationally-renowned U.S. nonprofit organization dedicated to deepening the world’s understanding of China through programs in art, business, culinary, culture, and education.

A history of sharing culture

Founded in 1926 by American educators John Dewey, Paul Monroe, and Chinese diplomats Hu Shi (胡適) and Kuo Ping-Wen (郭秉文), China Institute is the oldest bicultural, non-profit organization in America to focus exclusively on China.

China Institute Gallery

57 years
100+ exhibitions
5,000 years of history

Culinary Center

Soon to debut in 2024, the Chinese Culinary Center at China Institute in America was created with a vision to highlight the diverse and long-standing heritage of authentic Chinese cuisine, and to enhance the appreciation of Chinese cuisine as a new conduit of cross-cultural exchange in America, and internationally.

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