Rubin Museum of Art

Exhibitions

The Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art presents exhibitions across the globe that tell the rich narratives of the greater Himalayan region and its diverse cultures. Drawing largely from objects in the collection, these exhibitions celebrate art forms that range from ancient to contemporary, offering thoughtful and engaging commentary on issues facing humanity, and inviting viewers to reconsider their perspectives.

Current Exhibitions

November 8, 2024–February 15, 2025
Reimagine: Himalayan Art Now

Wrightwood 659
Chicago, IL

August 28–December 12, 2024
Gateway to Himalayan Art

Frank Museum of Art
Otterbein University
Westerville, OH

Upcoming Exhibitions

Full view of the Tibetan Buddhist Shrine Room exhibition at it's original home at the Rubin MuseumOpens June 2025
Tibetan Buddhist Shrine Room

Brooklyn Museum
Brooklyn, NY

Exhibition History

March 15, 2024–October 6, 2024Reimagine: Himalayan Art Now

Rubin Museum
150 W. 17th St., NYC

October 1, 2021–October 6, 2024Mandala Lab: Where Emotions Can Turn to Wisdom

Rubin Museum
150 W. 17th St., NYC

May 30, 2021–October 6, 2024Gateway to Himalayan Art

Rubin Museum
150 W. 17th St., NYC

Shrine with many paintings on three walls, many small golden statues, and many wooden cabinets.
October 17, 2017–October 6, 2024The Tibetan Buddhist Shrine Room

Rubin Museum
150 W. 17th St., NYC

Painting of large many-armed deity suroounded by smaller seated figures, landscape, and a dragon.
November 9, 2020–October 6, 2024Masterworks: A Journey Through Himalayan Art

Rubin Museum
150 W. 17th St., NYC

Seven glowing white bowls, each on its own black pedestal, in darkened gallery.
November 12, 2021–January 21, 2024Shrine Room Projects: Rohini Devasher/Palden Weinreb

Rubin Museum
150 W. 17th St., NYC

Painted sculpture of two dancing skeletons encircled by red flames.
March 17, 2023–January 14, 2024Death Is Not the End

Rubin Museum
150 W. 17th St., NYC

Overhead view of two adults with headphones lying on black benches.
March 17, 2023–January 14, 2024Life After: The Bardo

Rubin Museum
150 W. 17th St., NYC

March 18, 2022–January 16, 2023Healing Practices: Stories from Himalayan Americans

Rubin Museum
150 W. 17th St., NYC

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