Tea of the Sages: The Art of Sencha with Dr. Pat Graham

The Global Village Museum invites you to a special presentation by Dr. Patricia J. Graham, author of the revised edition of Tea of the Sages: The Art of Sencha (Floating World Editions, 2024). Celebrated today for its health benefits, sencha’s story is rooted in philosophy, art, and political life. Graham will trace its journey from Chinese origins to 17th-century Japan, where it became the focus of a tea ceremony embraced by intellectuals as both a spiritual elixir and subtle protest against the ruling regime. Inspiring poets, painters, and artisans, sencha helped shape Japanese aesthetics and continues to influence culture worldwide. Drawing on her expertise as a former professor, museum curator, and East Asian art scholar, Graham offers an engaging exploration of the enduring art of tea.

Doug Demusz

Doug Demusz, a passionate lifetime member of Colorado's outdoor community who enjoys backpacking, adventure cycling, backcountry skiing, along with creating music, and a well rounded appreciation of literature, and community events.