It’s the Year of the Snake, which is about wisdom, growth, and transformation – something we all hope for this year.
Parade
The traditional parade through Chinatown:
Firecracker Dance
Lots of fire and smoke and loud bangs until the villagers manage to scare off the lions.
Smithsonian activities
The American Art Museum had lion dancing both inside and out, and lots of activities for families. At the National Museum of Asian Art, curators gave tours of some of the amazing artworks.
