The utilitarian pottery produced by families located in the Fukui prefecture a few miles from the coast of the Sea of Japan is featured in this show, A Glimpse into Echizen Ceramics. The production of Echizen ceramics has been unbroken for 800 years. The craft has been handed down within the Echizen families from generation to generation, says Meadows Museum.
On the museum calendar:
Saturday, Nov. 12, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Reception featuring Japanese delicacies, a silent auction of Japanese items, a special performance by the Japanese dancers from the Multicultural Center of Shreveport, taiko drumming and the making of o-cha (Japanese tea); free for museum members, $10 fee for non-members
Sunday, Nov. 13, 2-3 p.m.
"Bonsai, the Art of the Potted Tree" lecture with Robert Specian; Japanese refreshments
Saturday, Nov. 26, 1-4 p.m.
Japanese Family Day Celebration on the museum grounds featuring family raku and origami projects, tanabata making, o-mochi and tea ceremony, taiko drumming and Japanese refreshments
Info: 869-5040.
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Go. Please go. Diane Dufilho is an expert on all aspects of Japanese culture. And the taiko drummers are absolutely amazing.
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