Weekly on Thursdays 1:00-1:45 PM New York Insight Meditation Center Mindfulness Meditation
Practice the art of attention in this weekly meditation session inspired by works of art from the Rubin's collection.
Photograph by Neda Heffari titled "Shielding the Deities"
The Evolving Cultural Fabric of Nepal
Exploring the history and impact of neo-cultural colonization
Mindfulness Meditation with Kimberly Brown
Theme: Intention
Artist standing in front of painting, pointing and explaining the artwork to visitors
January 17, 2025 New Year, New Initiatives in Support of Himalayan Art
The Rubin announces a robust initial slate of exhibitions and initiatives for 2025.
Mindfulness Meditation with Kimberly Brown
Theme: Intention
Image of "The Symmetrical Journey" by Riti Maharjan
Museum visitor standing in front of Uber Rat sculpture by Shushank Shrestha at the "Reimagine: Himalayan Art Now" exhibition in Chicago
January 6, 2025 The Rubin Expands its Contemporary Collection
The Rubin has expanded its collection with the acquisition of contemporary artworks by Himalayan artists Tenzin Gyurmey Dorjee, Shraddha Shrestha, and Shushank Shrestha.
View in between buildings in Toronto, Canada.
Asian Avenue
Snapshots of an old building bring back adolescent memories of people met online
Mindfulness Meditation with Sharon Salzberg
Theme: Illumination
Four people sitting cross-legged in front of a glowing sculpture by Palden Weinreb.Coming Up
January 27, 2025 9:00 AM–3:00 PM 140 W. 17th Street, NYC Professional Development Workshop for Teachers
Join fellow 6th–12th grade teachers for a day of professional learning with the Rubin and learn how to bring Social, Emotional, and Ethical Learning® and mindfulness practices into your classroom.
Mindfulness Meditation with Michel Pascal
Theme: Illumination
Season 4 · Episode 8Experiencing Realization
We might want to believe that there is a definitive point where some unhealthy patterns have died and new ones have been born, but it’s a continuous cycle of reminders and realizations.
Season 4 · Episode 7
Walking the Path
All of this season’s guests share their practices for working with attachment and moving toward a more open relationship with oneself and life as a whole.
Mindfulness Meditation with Jon Aaron
Theme: Illumination
Coming Up
June 16–July 2, 2025 Virtual NEH Institute for Higher Education: Virtual Gateway to Himalayan Art and Cultures
An online intensive summer institute that introduces higher education faculty to Himalayan art and cultural traditions that connect with East, South, and Inner Asian cultures and humanities fields of study.
Season 4 · Episode 6Embracing Freedom
Letting go of expectations can create space to tune into what’s truly important and follow a path that feels authentic and meaningful.
December 10, 2024 6:00–7:00 PM Virtual The Rubin Museum Distinguished Lecture in Himalayan Art Livestream
Discover the rich artistic heritage of the Himalayas through the Rubin Museum Distinguished Lecture in Himalayan Art, hosted by The Met. This annual event features expert insights into the region’s art, cultures, and history, fostering deeper connections with these timeless traditions.
Season 4 · Episode 5Awakening to Interdependence
Recognizing that we cannot exist without each other and the world around us can free ourselves from self-focus and help us feel more connected.
Mindfulness Meditation with Tracy Cochran
Theme: Gratitude
Season 4 · Episode 4
Opening to Love
The concept of non-attachment seems particularly confounding in the context of love. It’s not about loving or not loving, but rather how we love.
Mindfulness Meditation with Elaine Retholtz
Theme: Gratitude
Season 4 · Episode 3Releasing the Ego
How can loosening our grip on the ego help us step into the fundamental truth of our interconnectedness?
Mindfulness Meditation with Kimberly Brown
Theme: Gratitude

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