Mid-Autumn Festival: Celebrating Family, Friends, and the Harvest

Schedule

Sun, 05 Oct, 2025 at 11:00 am

UTC-04:00

Location

New York State Museum | Albany, NY

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Join us for a hands-on celebration of the Mid-Autumn Festival, a cherished tradition in China honoring family, friends, and the bountiful fall harvest. In this family-friendly activity, participants of all ages will create their own decorative crafts inspired by the full moon and autumn harvest. Learn about the history and customs of this important holiday, share stories of gratitude and good fortune, and take home a special creation to light up your own celebration.
Learn more: https://nysm.nysed.gov/programs/mid-autumn-festival
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New York State Museum, 222 Madison Ave,Albany, New York, United States

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