Traditions in Elegance: 100 Teapots from the Norwich Castle Museum
January 16 through March 30, 2003**
East Gallery
From simple beverage to social ritual, the humble tea plant has inspired devotion and charmed craftsmen in many cultures. On display is a selection of 100 teapots from the world's finest collection at Norwich Castle Museum in England. You'll see an astounding variety of fanciful, utilitarian, historical, modern, and classical teapots. You'll also see the world's largest teapot made in 1851 for the Crystal Palace exhibition in London. This is the Washington debut and final venue for this traveling exhibit.
**Please note that on March 7, 2003, the exhibit is only open to the public from noon to 1:00 p.m. and from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. because of special events.