Spring Cherry Blossom Festival

Enjoy the awakening of spring at the annual Cherry Blossom Festival. This year we move into the Gardens to celebrate spring with tea gathering demonstrations and tastings at the Sister Cities Tea Pavilion, traditional Japanese storytelling, poetry, garden tours and more. Features free drop-in activities for all ages. Adult chaperone required. Co-sponsored by the Asian/Pacific Studies Institute at Duke University. Registration is required for the tea gatherings, with limited seatings scheduled for 1:30 and 3 p.m. Other activities will be located around the Asiatic Arboretum for you to enjoy as you welcome the spring season to the Gardens.Location: W.L. Culberson Asiatic Arboretum.Fee: Free drop-in event. Parking fees apply. Information: 919-668-1707. Event map available at the Visitor Center desk. http://gardens.duke.edu.