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Long Strange Trip–Rock Venues as Sacred Spaces
June 22, 2017
Steve Silberman explores the connection between the Himalayan concept of mandalas and one of the most iconic bands in history.
Henri Cartier-Bresson and Artistic Motifs that Transcend Time
June 1, 2017
Museum curatorial assistant Amy Goudge makes connections between the photographer’s work and memorable art objects from past exhibitions.
Six Ways to Get Your OM On
May 5, 2017
OM Lab closes on Monday, May 8, but there’s still time to tune in to the sacred sound of the universe
Everyone is Divine: Celebrating Sikh Traditions at the Rubin
April 25, 2017
Our April Himalayan Heritage Meetup celebrated New York’s Sikh community
Art That Celebrates the Earth
April 21, 2017
For Earth Day, check out these Rubin Museum artworks that honor the beauty of planet
World Art Day: What’s The Purpose of Art?
April 14, 2017
In Himalayan cultures, art-making has many purposes
A Decade of Brainwave: 10 Years, 10 Unforgettable Memories
April 13, 2017
These are the moments from the first ten years of Brainwave that we just can’t let go of
What’s real? What’s illusion? Test Your Perception!
March 29, 2017
These exercises will make you question the limits of your mind
Decoding Perception: What Does It Mean to Perceive?
March 15, 2017
Here’s What Tibetan Buddhist Culture Has to Say About Perception
Bringing Down The House
March 10, 2017
Musician Griffin House on his inspirations and acoustic Naked Soul show at the Rubin
Women’s History Month: The Powerful and Divine Women In Our Art
March 8, 2017
These artworks on display at the Rubin depict powerful female figures from Himalayan and Buddhist culture.
Can Meditation Change How You Perceive Reality?
March 2, 2017
We asked meditation experts about the relationship between meditation and perception.
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