Government + Cultural Institution
Event Name
The National Museum for Asian Art’s Centennial Celebration
Year
2023
Client
The National Museum for Asian Art
Event Type
Seated Dinner, Concert, Festival
Audience
Philanthropists, Artists, General Public
Attendee Count
1,500+
Location
The Smithsonian Freer +
The Arts and Industries Building
A true collaboration, NMAA + Dufour worked hand in hand to design, program, and execute each day of the festival. Beginning Wednesday a breakfast at the Vice President’s Residence and the Centennial Gala, esteemed art enthusiast and board members gathered for a celebration of the rich tapestry of Asian cultures and artforms that are showcased within the Museum. Performances included Choy Wun Lion Dance Troupe, Grammy Award Winning Korean American violinist Jennifer Koh, DC Bhangra, and DJ 2-Tone Jones. Emceed by board member Mindy Kaling, the evening was a testament to the beautiful artwork and stories of the museum.
Thursday and Friday featured a moonlit dance party DJ’d by 2-Tone Jones under a Disco ball lit Freer Plaza, followed by an epic concert featuring popular artists Raveena and Eric Nam. Saturday guests from around the country were invited to explore a day long festival featuring Asian artists, performers, and creators throughout a series of stages and stalls within the Freer, AIB, and National Mall. Red-Eye Market partnered with the Museum to provide a spectacular array of Asian eats throughout the day. Masterfully planned and executed, this celebration has catapulted the museum into another successful century.
