The Lunar New Year is the beginning of a calendar year whose months are moon cycles based on the lunar calendar or lunisolar calendar.

The Lunar New Year will begin on January 23, 2023. It is the Year of the Rabbit! The energy shift will be significant as we move out of 2022, the Year of the Tiger, and into the more patient and gentle Rabbit Year 2023.

Numerous cultures observe the Lunar New Year as a celebration. It is also named "Chinese New Year" because it is a traditional festival in China. It is featured in East Asian cultural sphere countries, the Hindu-Buddhist calendars of South and Southeast Asia, the Islamic calendar, and the Jewish calendar in the Middle East. It is also celebrated by the indigenous Nisga'a people of Canada.

Upcoming Events on Luna New Year

3rd Fridays Free Admission Museum Night

Fri, Jan 20 | 5 pm - 8.30 pm

Free Admission Museum Nights take place every third Friday of each month from 5 pm to 8.30 pm. English and Mandarin(Chinese) tours are both available. All tours depart from the reception desk, and Please be sure to arrive on time. RSVP here

Celebrate Lunar New Year in Calligraphy

Sat, Jan 21 | 2 pm - 3 pm

It is the tradition for people to post calligraphy characters written on red paper with new year's wishes on walls, windows, and doors for celebration. We invite you to join us to make your calligraphy artwork at the museum. Instructions from the local calligraphy artists will be provided.

The event ticket is $10 per person purchased at the front desk on the event day. All writing materials and museum admission are included. The Chinese calligraphy book and a brush for you to take home. RSVP here

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Accessibility

The Heritage Museum of Asian Art's Entrance is on West 35th Street. Take the elevator to the third floor and turn right to the Museum Reception Desk.

Parking is available next to the museum, accessed via West 35th Street.

Heritage Museum of Asian Art |3500 South Morgan St 3F, Chicago, IL 60609

312-842-8884 | info@heritageasianart.org

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Heritage Museum of Asian Art is a non-profit organization with IRS 501(c)(3) tax exempt status. Contributions are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law.

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