On September 29, 2024, the USC U.S.-China Institute hosted a workshop at the Huntington’s Chinese garden, offering K-12 educators hands-on insights into using the garden as a teaching tool. With expert presentations, a guided tour, and new resources, the event explored how Chinese gardens' rich history and cultural significance can be integrated into classrooms. Interested in learning more? Click below for details on the workshop and upcoming programs for educators.
Asian Comics Exhibition at Bowers Museum (August 3, 2024)
Session(s) date
Session(s) date:
Saturday, August 3, 2024 - 1:30pm to 4:00pm
Be our guest at an educator’s day out at the Bowers!
Asian Comics: Evolution of an Art Form debuts at Bowers Museum, showcasing the largest collection of Asian comic artworks ever displayed in America. Curated by Paul Gravett with international advisors, the exhibition features over 400 works, including traditional woodblock prints, scroll paintings, and modern digital media from countries like Japan, China, and India. Highlighting influential creators such as Osamu Tezuka and Zao Dao, it explores the profound impact of Asian comics on cinema, animation, and more, while offering an interactive makerspace for visitors to engage creatively.
Overview:
Asian Comics Exhibition at Bowers Museum
Date: Saturday, August 3, 2024
Time: 1:30 PM-4:00 PM
Location: 2002 North Main Street, Santa Ana, California 92706
Cost: FREE. Admission to both the permanent and special exhibitions, workshop and the docent tour ($45) will be covered by U.S.-China Institute.
Format: There is a presentation and Q&A session from 1:30 to 2:45 pm.
*We only have 20 spots available.*
Asian Comics: Evolution of an Art Form debuts at Bowers Museum, showcasing the largest collection of Asian comic artworks ever displayed in America. Curated by Paul Gravett with international advisors, the exhibition features over 400 works, including traditional woodblock prints, scroll paintings, and modern digital media from countries like Japan, China, and India. Highlighting influential creators such as Osamu Tezuka and Zao Dao, it explores the profound impact of Asian comics on cinema, animation, and more, while offering an interactive makerspace for visitors to engage creatively.
Guest Speaker: Mark Bustamante, Director of Special Exhibition Development, Bowers Museum
This workshop is in collaboration with Bowers Museum and sponsored by the USC U.S.-China Institute. It is offered in partnership with the National Consortium for Teaching about Asia and with support from the Freeman Foundation.
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