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Tako Kichi: Kite Crazy in Japan Jun 9, 2013 through Jul 27, 2014
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tako Kichi: Kite Crazy in Japan
Museum of International Folk Art

Japanese Kites have been a long delightful and entertaining tradition.  The exhibition featured traditional kites from various regions of Japan, and work by respected kite artists.  This exhibition explored the cultural, historical. artistic perspectives of kite making and flying. The exhibit was complemented with a video of kite fights in Japan and in-gallery kite making.  Public programs included Artist demonstrations, with kite making and flying.

More Info
For more information, contact Felicia Katz-Harris at 505-476-1221 , felicia.katz-harris@state.nm.us

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