California State Parks to Celebrate 150th Anniversary of the “Temple of the Forest Beneath the Clouds” at Weaverville Joss House State Historic Park
Contact:
Jack Frost
Historical Guide
Weaverville Joss House SHP
(530) 623-5284
Festivities will be held on Saturday, April 13, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
WEAVERVILLE, Calif.— California State Parks invites the public to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the “Temple of the Forest Beneath the Clouds” at Weaverville Joss House State Historic Park (SHP) on Saturday, April 13 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Taoist temple, built in 1874, is the oldest continuously used Chinese temple in California. A traditional lion dance will be performed to help celebrate the anniversary.
Chinese believe the lions will preserve peace and tranquility in the community and prevail over all evil to bring joy and happiness to the community. For the first time, a Chinese dragon will visit Weaverville to celebrate the temple's anniversary and the beginning of the Year of the Dragon. The lion dance and dragon performance will be dependent on good weather. After the lion dance, visitors will be treated to a traditional firecracker display and can enjoy tea tasting and fortune cookies provided by the Weaverville Joss House Association. Celebrations will include a ceremony, temple art for all ages, and temple tours. Food vendors will be available at this event.
The historic park is in downtown Weaverville at the corner of Main and Oregon Streets. For more information about the event, call the park at (530) 623-5284 or check the Weaverville Joss House SHP Facebook page.
State Parks support equal access. Prior to arrival, visitors with disabilities who need assistance shouldcontact Weaverville Joss House SHP at (530) 623-5284.
Weaverville Joss House is known as “The Temple of the Forest Beneath the Clouds.” Photo from California State Parks.
A new dragon dance will be performed for the 150th Anniversary. Photo from California State Parks.
Interior of the temple. Photo from California State Parks.
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