A live presentation exploring a variety of Lunar New Year topics. The show covers how the traditional Chinese calendar assigns both animals and elements to each person's birth year. It also discusses the differences between lunar and solar calendars, as well as how the Chinese calendar is a combination known as a lunisolar calendar. Guest speakers will present the customs, traditions and ways in which various Asian families celebrate the new year.
| Building: | Museum of Natural History |
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| Cost: | Tickets are $8 and are available in the museum store on the day of the show. |
| Event Type: | Presentation |
| Tags: | Astronomy, Science, Space |
| Source: | Happening @ Michigan from Planetarium & Dome Theater at the Museum of Natural History, Lieberthal-Rogel Center for Chinese Studies |
| Upcoming Dates: |
Saturday, February 21, 2026 2:00-2:45 PM
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