China: A World of Paper
May 15 to October 31, 2011
Daily, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Paper was invented in China in the second century BC. It can be fragile or very strong, refined or rough, ordinary or exceptional … a material with a thousand uses for the people of the Middle Kingdom. A fascinating exhibition and activities on the theme of calligraphy and the art of paper cutting.

Activities

“Who Am I?”
September 9 to October 31, 2011
Daily, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
The whole family can have fun identifying the figures in the First Emperor’s procession.

The Lanterns in Music
September 9 to October 31, 2011
Tuesday (drums and gong) and Saturday (guzheng)
5:15, 6, 6:45, 7:30 & 8:15 p.m.

Tea and the Emperors
Until October 31, 2011
Weekdays, 4 to 5 p.m.; weekends, 2 to 6 p.m.
Discover (see and smell) the different types of tea, the tools used during the ritual and the history of a few emperors linked with this special drink.
Where : Tower of Condensing Clouds

Lozeau Photo Workshops: Five Tips to achieve great pictures!
October 15th and 16th, 2011 from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where : Green Shade Pavilion
Discover all the secrets about macrophotography of flowers, birds as well as night photography (30 minutes, in French only).
Reserve your seats at the Friendship Hall, places are limited.



Lozeau Squad
October 14th to 16th, 2011 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Pavilion of the Infinite Pleasantness
Don't miss the Lozeau Squad at the Pavilion of Infinite Pleasantness. They will be on-site to offer free photo advice and answer all your questions.

Demonstration

Chinese handicrafts
September 9 to October 31, 2011
Wednesday to Sunday
6 to 9 p.m.
(cancelled in case of bad weather)

Guided Tour

Guided Tours of the Lanterns and the Garden
September 9 to October 31, 2011
Daily at 3 and 6:30 p.m. (30 min)
Learn all about the Chinese Garden and China’s First Emperor Qin Shi Huangdi
Starting point : Entrance Courtyard