"Lunar New Year's Dragon Dance in Walla Walla" Museum After Hours at Fort Walla Walla Museum

Chinese Lunar New Year celebrations have intrigued Walla Wallans since its earliest days. Pei-lin Yu and Susan Monahan will describe the colorful Lunar New Year rituals of the town's Chinese community over time, sharing historic photos, newspaper accounts, and residents' memories of the holiday. And what about that Dragon Dance that was the showpiece of Walla Walla parades in bygone days? Hear about the recent discovery of the location of the actual dragon—he has a name and still exists-- that danced in our streets over a hundred years ago. Lunar New Year celebrations are happening here in Walla Walla in January and February. Susan and Pei-lin will share local opportunities for the community to participate in this colorful holiday.