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A Glimpse of China - Seattle Chinese Culture & Arts Festival took place on May 20, 11:00am-5:00pm at the Armory Food & Event Hall. The festival is part of the Seattle Center Festál series. It is free and open to the public.

The festival explores traditional and contemporary influences of China, covering 5,000 years of history through folk dances, artwork, dance, and more!

Seattle Center Festál is a year-round series of 24 free cultural festivals, produced in partnership with community organizations. In 2022, Festál celebrated 25 years of stories and traditions, ushering in a new era of hybrid programming. Learn more about Festál and subscribe to the newsletter for updates.

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OVERVIEW

Seattle Center Festál presents A Glimpse of China – Chinese Culture & Arts Festival in partnership with Washington Chinese Arts & Culture Committee (WCACC). The festival explores traditional and contemporary influences of China, covering 5,000 years of history through folk dances, artwork, dance, and more! 

HISTORY

Washington Chinese Arts & Culture Committee (WCACC) is 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that strives to foster understanding, friendship, and opportunities between local Chinese and American communities.

DID YOU KNOW?

  • Chinese is the most difficult language in the world.
  • Fortune cookies were not invented in China and served at all restaurants.
  • There are not just two dialects (Cantonese or Mandarin) in China.
Learn more about Washington Chinese Arts & Culture Committee (WCACC).
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