23rd Annual Japanese New Year

Japanese New Year Bell Ringing Ceremony

When
Thu Dec 31, 2009
Where
Asian Art Museum
Time
11:30am - 1pm
Tags
Arts, Museums, City Events
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Description

A unique, fun, and family friendly way to ring in the new year !

FREE with museum admission
Children 12 and under always admitted free!
All dates and times are subject to change; please call (415) 581-3500 for the latest information.

Numbered tickets to ring the bell will be distributed starting at 10:00 am, one to each family or group, on a first come, first served basis. Visit the Asian Art Museum to literally “ring in” the New Year AND take a swing at an artwork. Based on the Buddhist custom of striking a temple bell 108 times on New Year’s Eve to wipe away the bad experiences, wrong deeds, and ill luck of the past year, tolling the bell welcomes the start of a joyous New Year. Striking the 2100-lb., 16th-century Japanese bronze bell will ensure a smashing 2009. After this auspicious deed, be sure to check out "Afghanistan: Hidden Treasures from the National Museum, Kabul.

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Location

  1. Asian Art Museum
    200 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA

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