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INTANGIBLE THREAD PART ONE – CLOSING CEREMONY
March 26, 2022
Inspired by childhood memories of watching her mother weave in their home in Suzhou, China, Xiangmei Su’s exhibition Intangible Thread – Part 1, which opened last…. January 14th, uses the
SONGS & RHYMES(ENG – CAT – MAN)
March 26, 2022
Inspired by childhood memories of watching her mother weave in their home in Suzhou, China, Xiangmei Su’s exhibition Intangible Thread – Part 1, which opened last…. January 14th, uses the
Art Classes
March 26, 2022
Inspired by childhood memories of watching her mother weave in their home in Suzhou, China, Xiangmei Su’s exhibition Intangible Thread – Part 1, which opened last…. January 14th, uses the
Tea Appreciation Workshop, May 29 (SOLD OUT)
Do you love tea and wish to learn more about its origin, culture and why its consumption it is so commonly associate with a mindful and healthy lifestyle? Join us […]
Songs & Rhymes(have fun in English/Cantonese and Mandarin), May 28
The Garden in collaboration with Eveline Yu, founder of Rhythm ‘N’ Rhyme, are thrilled to announce “Songs & Rhymes” online educational program (via ZOOM) to connect, engage and have fun through music, storytelling and interactive […]
Art Class, May 28
TOPIC: Panda and bamboo Get inspired by the exquisite surroundings and create your own masterpiece! Art instructor and Emily Carr’s Fine Arts program graduate Jinfei Wang will walk you through multiple acrylic colours […]
Activities
Online Learning
Activities
Find out about ancient Chinese arts and crafts, Chinese festivals, and more. These multi-age activities are suitable to use in class or at home and, where appropriate, include BC Curriculum links.
About The Garden
A Registered Not-For-Profit Garden For All People.
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden is a registered museum and one of Vancouver’s top tourist attractions. It is a unique venue for cultural programming and events, including guided tours, concerts, festivals, exhibitions, receptions, and educational programs. This Ming Dynasty-style garden-home is the first among its kind to have been built outside of China, and continues to be unique among the world as the result of the joint collaborative effort of community members, the Canadian Government, and the People’s Republic of China.
Plan Your visit to Dr. Sun
Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
Over the years, the Garden has received several honours and designations: it is one of Vancouver Heritage Foundation’s “Places That Matter”; was named World’s Top City Garden by National Geographic in 2011; and voted Canadian Garden of the Year by the Canadian Garden Tourism Council in 2012.
FAMILY VISITS
From scavenger hunts to Family Days, learn about bringing a family to The Garden and arrange a fun day out for all ages.
GROUP VISITS
From a walk in historical Chinatown to Tai Chi in the Garden, we offer specialized group programs that are fun, interactive, and educational.
TOURS
Let us lead you through this stunning Garden-home, or off on an adventure to explore our local Chinatown community.
EVENTS
See our upcoming events to ensure you don’t miss out on our range of cultural and educational programs.
EXHIBITIONS
Learn about our current exhibitions, and discover what we have coming up next.
TRAVEL TRADE
Offer your clients a unique day discovering the history and culture of Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Tea Appreciation Workshop, May 29 (SOLD OUT)
Do you love tea and wish to learn more about its origin, culture and why its consumption it is so commonly associate with a mindful and healthy lifestyle? Join us […]
Songs & Rhymes(have fun in English/Cantonese and Mandarin), May 28
The Garden in collaboration with Eveline Yu, founder of Rhythm ‘N’ Rhyme, are thrilled to announce “Songs & Rhymes” online educational program (via ZOOM) to connect, engage and have fun through music, storytelling and interactive […]
Art Class, May 28
TOPIC: Panda and bamboo Get inspired by the exquisite surroundings and create your own masterpiece! Art instructor and Emily Carr’s Fine Arts program graduate Jinfei Wang will walk you through multiple acrylic colours […]
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Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden is a registered museum and one of Vancouver’s top tourist attractions. It is a unique venue for cultural programming and events, including guided tours, concerts, festivals, exhibitions, receptions, and educational programs.
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Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh-ulh Temíx̱w (Squamish) and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ təməxʷ (Tsleil-Waututh) nations. As registered museum and one of Vancouver’s top tourist attractions it is also a unique venue for cultural programming and events, including guided tours, concerts, festivals, exhibitions, receptions, and educational programs.
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