Art and Religious Practice
Art isn’t always just an aesthetic expression—in the greater Himalayan region, art plays an important role in everyday and religious life.
Mindfulness Meditation with Rebecca Li
Theme: Lovingkindness
Illustration by Priya Suresh Kambli
Knowing How Deeply Our Lives Intertwine
Activism based on the wisdom of interdependence is the only way to create real change
Illustration by Lena Christakis
Rooted in Connection
How social networks make us who we are
Dreaming in Sendak
Picture books cultivate connections to the world around us
Illustration by Murugiah
Embracing Interdependence
For all people, self-sufficiency is a myth
Illustration by Beto Val
In and of the World
The critical period of learning to see
Embodied Experience of the Inner and Outer Universes
Astrology, medicine, and human potential in the Kalachakra Tantra
Leona
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Andy
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Sanju
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Connecting the Dots
An astrologer shares how the field of Tibetan astro-science helps people navigate birth, life, death, and beyond
Sandstone sculpture of Ganesha, the elephant-headed god
Religions
Art and cultures are often deeply entwined with religion, which can help people understand their existence, the universe, and the meaning of life.
Mindfulness Meditation with Leslie Booker
Theme: Lovingkindness
Image of the Himalayan mountains
Cultural Regions
Learn about the extraordinary range of places that comprise the greater Himalayan region—from misty valleys to snow-capped mountains.
Illustration of the Year of the Snake
March 2, 2025 12:00–4:00 PM LaGuardia Community College, C Building Losar Family Day: Year of the Wood Snake
Join us for a free afternoon of learning and discovery as we honor Losar, the Tibetan New Year.
Mindfulness Meditation with Kimberly Brown
Theme: Lovingkindness
A sculpture of Durga Killing the Buffalo Demon
February 12, 2025 Take a Closer Look at Himalayan Art
The Rubin has teamed up with Smarthistory to bring audiences an “up-close” look at objects from the collection through a 15-episode video series.
Art Making
Art making in the greater Himalayan region is essentially religious in nature, often guided by iconometry or rules of proportion.
Mindfulness Meditation with Tracy Cochran
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