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Chinese Lotus Shoes​

 

This exhibition explores the cultural and aesthetic legacy of footbinding through a wide-ranging collection of Qing dynasty lotus shoes and related artifacts, revealing the regional diversity, symbolic meaning, and enduring impact of this deeply rooted tradition.

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Upcoming Events

  • Introduction to Origami
    Introduction to Origami
    Sat, Aug 30
    Chicago
    Aug 30, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Chicago, 3500 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60609, USA
    Join artist Hai-Wen Lin for a hands-on origami workshop that blends traditional Japanese folding techniques with contemporary creativity, exploring the cultural significance of cranes, butterflies, and kusudamas—no experience necessary, all materials provided.
  • Free Museum Night / Bon Odori Workshop / Prelude to the Spiral Performance
    Free Museum Night / Bon Odori Workshop / Prelude to the Spiral Performance
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Sep 19
    Chicago
    Sep 19, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM CDT
    Chicago, 3500 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60609, USA
    Free Admission Museum Night runs from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The museum tour begins at 6:00 PM. Guests are welcome to join the Bon Odori Workshop (limited capacity) at 6:00 PM. Prelude to the Spiral Performance at 7:00 PM.
  • Introduction to Jade Appreciation
    Introduction to Jade Appreciation
    Sat, Sep 20
    Chicago
    Sep 20, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Chicago, 3500 S Morgan St 3rd Fl, Chicago, IL 60609, USA
    learn the overall history of jade art. study real works from the museum’s collection. see actual jade stones up close. discover the process of jade carving.

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