Kites of Asia
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National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC
Free
Experience the beauty and artistry of kites from across Asia.
Make Something
-Make and decorate sled kites
-Design a Hachimaki
-Fold origami carp kites
-Fashion paper Happi coats
-Try "wood block" printing
-Explore the aerodynamics of falling paper flowers
All activities run from 10 AM – 3 PM
Hands-on activities thoughout the Museum
See Kites
10 AM – 3 PM
View a static display of Pan-Asian Kites
Milestones of Flight (Gallery 100)
Experience the grace of indoor kite flying
Space Race (Gallery 114)
In honor of the Centennial of the gift of the cherry trees from Japan:
Meet Japanese Kite Masters and see demonstrations of wood block printing
10 AM – 3 PM
Massaaki Modegi, President of the Japan Kite Association and Director of the Tokyo Kite Museum
Yoshiro Sakuraba, master of the Tsugaru-dako style kite
Space Race (Gallery 114)
Story Time
11:00 AM & 1:30 PM
Ages 3-6, with an adult companion
Kite Stories by Swatantar
Learn about kites of Asia
How to attend
National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC
650 Jefferson Drive SW. Washington, DC 20560
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Support the Museum
We rely on the generous support of donors, sponsors, members, and other benefactors to share the history and impact of aviation and spaceflight, educate the public, and inspire future generations. With your help, we can continue to preserve and safeguard the world’s most comprehensive collection of artifacts representing the great achievements of flight and space exploration.