 Opening to the public on May 14, 2008, Children of Hangzhou: Connecting with China is an exhibition designed by Boston Children’s Museum to engage children and families in learning about one of the oldest civilizations - - and now among the most modern - - in the world through some of its young people.
Children of Hangzhou is devoted to expanding knowledge, understanding and appreciation of contemporary China through life in Boston’s Sister City, Hangzhou. In distinctively Chinese settings, visitors will meet children with different interests and in different environments and learn what makes them tick. The exhibit will dispel stereotypes and “demystify” China.
Boston Children’s Museum is planning rich programs on Chinese art and culture. Local artists and artists from China will present many cultural programs such as music concerts, opera performances, martial art demonstrations and many more. Hands-on activities will also be offered especially throughout the summer. For Boston Children's Museum China programs, check out the museum’s calendar. For city wide China programs and exhibitions, please go to www.BostonChinaSummer.org for Boston China Summer 2008!
View our programs and resources designed especially for educators. Browse to find a teacher kit and professional development event that is helpful for your curriculum about China.
Hangzhou
Hangzhou is one of the most beautiful cities in China. Situated 192 kilometers south of Shanghai, Hangzhou has four distinct seasons and is nestled between the scenic West Lake and Qiantang River. Nowadays Hangzhou is a fast developing city with a good mix of the historic and the modern.
In his book The Travels of Marco Polo, Italian traveler Marco Polo* described Hangzhou (called Kinsai at the time) as “…without doubt the finest and most splendid city in the world…”
(*Marco Polo (1254-1324), a Venetian merchant who lived in China during Yuan Dynasty.)
  
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