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Science Museum Lates

This event has finished Took place on: Wednesday, 30th Jan 2019

 Free

Exploring the latest in science and emerging technology in China, Karl Bergquist from the European Space Agency explores the rise of the Chinese Space programme as it becomes a leader in lunar exploration, following the recent Chang’e-4 moon mission. While the Beijing Publishing Group take us on a journey into the past with an exclusive augmented reality (AR) view of an ancient Chinese scroll of scientific inventions.

Uncover the growing relationship between Chinese and British cinema with David Wilson, Director of Bradford UNESCO City of Film and the Bradford Film Office, who also looks at the longstanding affection for the works of the Brontë’s in China. And join storyteller Wendy Shearer as she journeys through ancient Chinese folklore.

Discover how the New Year is celebrated in China with the chance to watch a traditional Lion Dance from members of the London Chinatown Chinese Association and take part in New Year crafts from the art of paper cutting to creating your own dragon and making your own paper fortune cookies.

All this and much more, including the chance to go on a virtual journey that is out of this world in Space Descent VR with Tim Peake, and get down at our famous intergalactic silent disco.

China Lates Highlights:

China’s space programme
Join Karl Bergquist from the European Space Agency as he explores the rise of the Chinese space programme. China is rapidly becoming a leader in space exploration, as seen in the recent landing of Chang’e 4 on the Moon.

An ancient Chinese scroll in AR
Join the Beijing Publishing Group for an exclusive AR viewing of a 16th-century Chinese scroll that explores contemporary scientific inventions.

Mesozoic China
Go back in time and discover Mesozoic China – a buzzy, vivid world. Learn more about the pterosaurs that filled the sky and get up close with their perfectly preserved fossilised remains.

Chinese calligraphy
Discover the art of Chinese calligraphy and learn traditional techniques to create beautiful pieces for your home.

Lion Dance
Come and watch Chinese Lion Dancers herald in the Year of the Pig through a traditional dance thought to bring good luck and fortune for the coming year, then take part by getting up close with the intricate, traditional Lion Dance costume.

Chinese Legends
Join storyteller Wendy Shearer as she takes you on a journey through ancient Chinese folklore with stories exploring the origins of Chinese New Year and the legendary monster Nian.

The Brontës in China
Bradford UNESCO City of film and the British Library come together to reveal China’s long-standing affection for the Works of the Brontë’s and the growing relationship between British and Chinese film.

Chinese New Year Crafts
Get involved with a range of fun workshops from creating your own dragon, symbolising wisdom, power and wealth in Chinese mythology to making your own paper fortune cookies and learning the ancient art of paper cutting.

Silent Disco
Whether you’re practising your moves or just in the mood to slam dunk the funk, grab a headset, select your tunes and dance until you drop.


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This event has finished Took place on: Wednesday, 30th Jan 2019

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2019-01-30 2019-01-30 Europe/London Science Museum Lates Celebrate Chinese New Year at the Science Museum's monthly late night opening. https://www.ianvisits.co.uk/calendar/2019/01/30/science-museum-lates-191855 Science Museum,Exhibition Road, London, London,

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Exhibition Road, London,
London,
SW7 2DD

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