The Morris Arboretum's Japanese Cherry Blossom Festival: April 13 & 20 |
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April 9, 2013,
Volume 59, No. 28 |
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Inspired by 35 varieties of cherry trees located throughout the 92-acre garden, Morris Arboretum celebrates Japanese Cherry Blossom Festival on two Saturdays, April 13 & 20, with a variety of activities honoring Japanese art and culture. Photo by Judy Miller. |
This spring, the Morris Arboretum will once again host its annual Japanese Cherry Blossom Celebration, in partnership with the Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival of Greater Philadelphia. The Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival is an initiative of the Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia with the goal of fostering a better understanding of the cultural, social and educational customs of Japan in the United States.
In the early 20th century, John and Lydia Morris (founders of the Morris Arboretum) established one of the finest collections of Japanese plants and gardens in the region at their home, Compton, which would later become the Morris Arboretum. To commemorate this heritage, the Morris Arboretum celebrates the Japanese Cherry Blossom Festival with a variety of activities this month. The events are for both children and adults, and will celebrate the art, culture and gardens inspired by the 35 varieties of cherry trees that grace the Arboretum with their blossoms each spring.
During two weekends in April—Saturday, April 13 and Saturday, April 20—the Morris Arboretum will mark this unique aspect of Japan’s rich culture and heritage.
Saturday, April 13:
• Pennsylvania Bonsai Society presentation from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
• Hoh Daiko Drummers at 11 a.m.
• Zen Archery Demonstration at noon
• Traditional Japanese Tea Demonstration at 1 p.m.
• Japanese Elements Tour at 2 p.m.
Saturday, April 20:
• Samurai Arts Group at 11 a.m.
• Zen Archery Demonstration at noon
• Kimono Dressing Demonstration at 1 p.m.
• Japanese Elements Tour at 2 p.m.
The Festival is free with admission to the Morris Arboretum. For more information about any of these events, please call (215) 247-5777 or visit the Morris Arboretum online at www.morrisarboretum.org
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