Steeped in History Exhibit Looking Good!

Tea has fascinated people for eons. Not just the drink but the ceremony and traditions that go with it seem to reach out and pique our curiosity whether it is an ancient Japanese tea ceremony or a Victorian low tea at a fancy hotel. Tea, the ceremony and all that goes with it just seems to speak of culture and comfort to all of us.

The Fowler Museum of UCLA will be featuring numerous art objects, antiques, and items that creates a collection of tea related items that span continents and centuries. The dates for this showing are August 16 through November 29, 2009. Aptly named, Steeped in History:The Art of Tea, this exhibition is being sponsored by many organizations including the Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf.

Being an antique freak, artist, interested in cultures, and a tea drinker I am so tempted to figure out a way to get to this exhibit. It seems to be a whole vacation for me, all rolled into one. If you live nearby you should try to get this on your calendar. Some of the events will be targeted at children as well as adults so it is a great way to introduce the art of tea to your family.

There will be special events in addition to the exhibition so keep an eye on the Fowler Museum website to find out more.

image: used by permission, Fowler Museum.