The Belz Museum suggests:
The Confucius Institute at the University of Memphis (CIUM) and the Chinese Culture Association (CCA) are proud to host a showing of the award winning documentary, Somewhere Between, on Friday, April 26th at 6:00 p.m. in the CIUM office. The CIUM is located on the 11th floor of Wilder Tower on the University of Memphis campus. The screening is free and refreshments will be served.
Please visit http://www.somewherebetweenmovie.com/ for more information about the film. You can also contact our office at 901-678-3166 or visit our web site at www.memphis.edu/cium for more information.
We hope you will stop by to watch this poignant film with us!
One of Many Reviews:
One needs several hearts to survive the breakage inflicted by “Somewhere Between,” a delicately wrought, deeply felt documentary profile of four teenage girls who differ in background and aspirations, but share one life-defining factor: All are Chinese adoptees, and all are trying to come to terms with that fact as they navigate the already perilous waters of American adolescence. As the film states, 80,000 children from China have been adopted in the United States since 1989. Considering Knowlton’s sublime subjects and sensitive execution, despite a certain vagueness of context, the documentary could have widespread appeal.
—John Anderson, VarietySpecial Exhibit 2013 -
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Starting this Friday - April 12, 2013, the Belz Museum will be posting a bi-weekly "Did You Know?" series to introduce staff, general facts about Chinese and Judaic history and culture, gift shop sales and some of the museum's art collection. Check it out on Tuesdays and Fridays!
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2013 Special Exhibit:
Porcelain: Influences of the East
The Belz Museum is proud to announce our new Special Exhibit of 2013. This year the museum has on display an exhibit entitled "Porcelain: Influences of the East".
This exhibit focuses on Chinese Porcelain intended for aristocrats and the Imperial household, as well as Chinese Export Porcelain and European Porcelain. On display are stunning examples of Blanc-de-Chine, colorful one of a kind pieces and many pieces previously in private storage.
This exhibit went on display February 16, 2013 and will be included in the regular price of admission.
Come see these amazing pieces and enjoy this unique experience!
Educator's Corner
Guided tours are available for groups of 10 or more students in first through 12th grade, Tuesdays through Fridays. Groups must be accompanied by at least one adult chaperone for every 12 students.
Due to space limitations, only 25 students will be assigned to a docent and permitted in the galleries at one time. Advanced reservations are required. Trained docents will lead students on a 45 minute guided tour of the permanent collection. Not only will students study art appreciation, they will also be introduced to the folklore and symbolism of China and information on Jewish culture as well. A hands-on activity or gallery hunt will be offered to qualified groups (size and age range of the group will determine availability). Allow at least one hour for tour and activity.
Tours can be tailored to fit individual class needs. When scheduling a tour, please mention your students’ background on Chinese art, history or language.
Tour Guides and Operators
The Belz Museum is always happy to have tour groups of all sizes visit.
Adult and student group tours are available Tues.- Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Reservations required. Group rates available for groups of 10 or more.
Docent guided tours are available to the public with reservations; Please call ahead to guarantee staffing.
Emperor's Lunch
Tour and Chinese box lunch: $12.00
The Emperor's Lunch is designed for 10 - 80 people, seated in the Dynasty Room. Reservations should be made no later than one week before desired date.
Call or email the museum for a Reservation Packet with menu options.
phone: (901) 523-2787 info@belzmuseum.org
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