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Female Gaze Pengwei’s Feminine Space (1)

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Female Gaze: Peng Wei's Feminine Space

Thursday, December 7, 2023 | 6:00 - 7:15 PM EST

Join us for an immersive exploration into the captivating world of Peng Wei, an artist renowned for her unique approach to representing the diversity of female perspectives.
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Fragile Cargo The World War II Race to Save the Treasures of China's Forbidden City (1)

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Fragile Cargo: The World War II Race to Save the Treasures of China’s Forbidden City

Wednesday, January 10, 2024 | 6:30 - 8:00 PM EST

Join Adam Brookes, best-selling author of Night Heron and former BBC News correspondent, as he speaks with Susan Feng, Director of Programs at China Institute, about his new book Fragile Cargo: The World War II Race to Save the Treasures of China's Forbidden City.
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Discover the Porcelain Tower of Dabao’en Temple: One of the Medieval Wonders of the World

Saturday, December 16, 2023 | 2:00 - 4:00 PM EST

The Porcelain Tower of Nanjing, part of the Dabao’en Temple 大报恩寺 (also known as “the Great Bao’en Monastery”), was considered one of the seven medieval wonders of the world. Destroyed by rebels in the 19th century, a full-size replica of the tower exists today in Nanjing.
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Hoppy Rabbit Playdate

Sundays Dec. 10, Jan. 14, Feb. 11, Mar. 10, Apr. 14 | 10:00 - 11:30 AM ET

Join us at this open session at our spacious and cozy indoor playground to play, socialize, have fun with various toys and activities! This is a great time to meet children and families interested in exploring Chinese language and culture.
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China Institute Calligraphy Meetup (2)

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China Institute Calligraphy and Music Meetup

Friday, December 15, 2023 | 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 cordially invites you to this monthly program for a mesmerizing evening of traditional Chinese music and the enchanting world of calligraphy.
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In-Person & Online

Adult Winter Classes Registration Now Open

Register by December 5 to receive $30 off tuition!

Winter 2024 Registration Now Open! Classes start the week of January 8!
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Zoom into Painting
Details from the Exhibition "Flowers on a River"

September 15, 2023 - January 12, 2024

Join us at China Institute Gallery for a captivating journey through the world of Chinese flower-and-bird painting.
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Upcoming Events

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Female Gaze: Peng Wei’s Feminine Space
China Institute’s Contemporary Art Lecture Series

December 7, 2023
 @ 6:00 - 7:15 PM EST
In Person

China Institute Hoppy Rabbit Playdate (December)

December 10, 2023
 @ 10:00 - 11:30 AM EST
In Person

China Institute Calligraphy and Music Meetup (December)

December 15, 2023
 @ 6:00 - 8:00 PM EST
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About Us

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.

About Us

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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.
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