China Lates

Celebrate Chinese New Year after dark at the Science Museum. Explore the country's newest scientific discoveries and emerging technology and discover how Chinese people celebrate their national holiday. Karl Bergquist from the European Space Agency will be talking about the rise of the Chinese Space programme, the Beijing Publishing Group will take Londoners augmented reality journey into the past with a view of an ancient Chinese scroll. Take a look at the longstanding affection for the works of the Brontë sisters in China (who'd have thought it?!), hear ancient Chinese folklore and watch a traditional Lion Dance from members of the London Chinatown Chinese Association. Or, create your own paper cut dragon and fortune cookie.