It takes all types to make kites in this world. My favorite may have the Minion kite that was hanging on the wall. Would we have it any other way? Dogs, dinosaurs, pirates, etc., can be flown as kites. Pop culture makes its way to kite flying. I can’t see how someone could fly them, but I’m sure they’ve been in the air.

Japanese kites are the featured exhibit this year at the museum.

Japan is the featured country at the museum this year. China introduced them to the Japanese during the 7th century. Japanese kites appear to be popular exhibits. The colorful pieces highlight several animals, such as dragons, pandas and birds. World War II kites are on display as part of an exhibit honoring their role during combat. These kites show visitors what it was like for soldiers to communicate before wireless phones, etc. During World War II, they were also used for gunnery targets, according to The kites on display at the Long Beach museum were part of an exhibit honoring the war. Historically, kites were used to lift observers into the sky to check out enemy positions. The kite museum showcases posters from previous International Kite Festivals, which as hosted on Long Beach.Ī special exhibit featured kites that were used during World War II. Each poster is well done and shows the love organizers have for kite flying. Posters from previous International Kite festivals are framed and on display. There were kites that easily doubled the size of an average person. Most kites are larger than your typical dime store kite. We had a great time taking in the views of the museum. You can find older kites, international kites and pop culture kites. Kites were invented in China.Ībout 1,500 kites of all sizes are on display. The museum shares the history of kites, which is more than 2,500 years old. So, it makes sense to have the World Kite Museum and Hall of Fame, a short walk from the beach, right? The museum appears small from the outside, but the organizers make great use of its space. The winds make the area the perfect spot for kite flying. Thousands of people from around the world flock to the southwestern Washington peninsula to take in the views or to participate. Long Beach – known as the World’s Longest Beach – is home to the International Kite Festival every August. Tell someone in Long Beach to go fly a kite, they’ll know exactly where to go. In the rare case of a granted refund- shipping to you will be deducted from the refund given.Kites from around the world are displayed at the World Kite Museum in Long Beach, Washington. Local pick up is also available in downtown Tacoma to avoid shipping costs. We love being able to save you so if you purchase multiple items we may be able to give you a discount as it won't cost us as much to ship to you we can pass that savings on to you in a refund after purchase or an adjustment if you let us know in advance.

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