About this Event
Special Discount to Students. Email [email protected] for details from your respective student email address.
The Mysteries of the Forbidden City
The Majesty of Shanghai
The Glory of the Great Wall
Tonight, we have the remarkable privilege of transporting you around the world to an ancient land filled with wonder and excitement - all in a single evening. Step onto foreign soil and join us for an exclusive visit to the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China!
In addition to our unique program, you will be amazed at the incredible architecture, the wonderful artwork, and the cultural artifacts located throughout the embassy.
Plus challenge your skills in a rare PING PONG CONTEST!
Featuring:
CHINESE FOOD
We will be offering a buffet of Native Chinese specialties
OPEN BAR
DIPLOMATIC GREETING:
Meet young diplomats from the Embassy of China who will be on hand to answer questions you may have about Chinese culture, Chinese American Relations, Visiting China, etc. A special welcome will be offered by a member of the embassy. (The ambassador has been invited to address the group and we are hoping he can attend)
CHINESE ART:
Surrounding this beautiful embassy are historic paintings, pictures, and artifacts that will be on display. Representatives from the embassy will be on hand to discuss their significance.
LIVE CHINESE DANCE SHOW
Experience the music and art of native Chinese dancers, who will prepare us for the upcoming Winter Season.
APPEARANCE BY THE CHINESE LION! Accompanied by live drummers, be on the lookout for the Chinese Lion as he interacts with the attendees!
PING PONG:
For the first time, the embassy will introduce us to its Ping Pong Expert and Master Coach, who will show off his amazing skills! Then, select audience members will be invited up to challenge him. Score enough points, and you will win a prize!
SPECIAL SURPRISES: Meet a Giant Panda, Experience Chinese Calligraphy, Learn to Make Desserts, Etc.
Note: The event is presented as a cultural event organized by us at the Embassy of China. Your registration fee is used by Things to do DC solely to present diverse cultural events to our membership. No part of the admission fee goes to, or is related in any way to, the Embassy of China or its staff. We appreciate your support of our events!
Note: This event is a CULTURAL event meant to highlight many wonderful aspects of the country. Like all of our other embassy events, this is not a political event nor it is a forum to engage in disagreements you may or may not have with US. or China policies.
Event venue & nearby stays
Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the United States of America, 3505 International Place Northwest, Washington, United States
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