Cultural Classes & Experiences

Explore cultural classes and experiences inspired by traditions from around the world. Learn creative practices, techniques, and stories through hands-on guidance from local artists, teachers, and cultural organizations.

Japanese Wood Joinery: Kumiko Flower Vase

East Village

Japanese Wood Joinery: Kumiko Flower Vase

Build your own kumiko flower vase in this beginner-friendly Japanese wood joinery class in NYC. Kumiko is a traditional Japanese woodworking technique that joins delicate wooden pieces without nails or glue. Each piece fits into place through careful cutting, pattern, and pressure. It may look intricate at first,...

  • $72.50
  • Single Session
  • All Levels, Beginner Friendly
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Japanese Ink Painting: Learn Sumi-e Through Red Spider Lily

East Village

Japanese Ink Painting: Learn Sumi-e Through Red Spider Lily

Paint your own red spider lily in this beginner-friendly Sumi-e ink painting class in NYC. Sumi-e, the traditional Japanese art of ink painting, uses just brush, water, and sumi ink to capture a subject in a few expressive strokes. No previous experience is needed, you'll be guided step...

  • $60.00
  • Single Session
  • All Levels, Beginner Friendly
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Japanese Tea Ceremony Chanoyu

East Village

Japanese Tea Ceremony Chanoyu

Join a Japanese tea ceremony class in NYC and experience chanoyu, the traditional Japanese practice of preparing and sharing matcha. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll be introduced to the quiet rhythm, gestures, and etiquette of Japanese tea ceremony. Through a simple bowl of tea, you’ll learn how chanoyu...

  • $60.00
  • Single Session
  • All Levels, Beginner Friendly
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Bonsai making class

East Village

Bonsai Workshop: Shape Your Own Miniature Tree

Shape your own miniature tree in this beginner-friendly bonsai class in NYC. Bonsai is the practice of training a living tree to grow small and take on a deliberate shape, work that happens over years rather than in a single sitting. This class gives you a hands-on introduction...

  • $185.00
  • Single Session
  • All Levels, Beginner Friendly
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Japanese Ink Painting: Learn Sumi-e Through Chrysanthemum

East Village

Japanese Ink Painting: Learn Sumi-e Through Chrysanthemum

Paint your own chrysanthemum in this beginner-friendly Sumi-e ink painting class in NYC. Sumi-e, the traditional Japanese art of ink painting, uses just brush, water, and sumi ink to capture a subject in a few expressive strokes. No previous experience is needed, you'll be guided step by step...

  • $60.00
  • Single Session
  • All Levels, Beginner Friendly
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Private Minhwa Painting Class: Korean Folk Art Tiger and Magpie

Bayside

Private Minhwa Painting Class: Korean Folk Art Tiger and Magpie

A relaxing private Korean folk art painting class for beginners, art lovers, and experienced hobbyists who are curious about Minhwa, a traditional Korean folk painting style filled with color, symbolism, and story. In this class, you’ll color a pre-drawn Tiger and Magpie with Peony design with clear, step-by-step...

  • $65.00
  • Single Session
  • All Levels, Beginner Friendly
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