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Explore the Jain Teachings of Lord Mahavira

25 Mar 2023
2 - 4 p.m.
Join us for a family event to celebrate Lord Mahavir’s birthday, one of the most important religious festivals in Jainism. The immersive event will include storytelling, art, games, and a food tasting!
The Court of Yama, God of Death; Attributed to Gursaha (India, active circa 1800); India, Himachal Pradesh, Guler, circa 1800; Ink and watercolor on paper; 19 1/4 x 23 7/8 in. (48.89 x 60.64 cm); Gift of Paul F. Walter (M.75.113.8)
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Symposium: To Hell and Back

14 Apr 2023
6 - 5 p.m.
Join scholars in the fields of religion, theology, art history, and anthropology for an interdisciplinary symposium on hell(s) that will explore artistic expressions of the afterlife across religious traditions in Asia.
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within the metamorphosis by visual artist, Afruz Amigh
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within the metamorphosis

21 Apr 2023
7:30 - 9 p.m.
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A performance by Iranian American artist Afruz Amighi. Through poetry, dance, and sound, the audience is invited to step inside a place of transformation where hope, despair, heaven, and hell live side by side.
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Mindful Awareness: A Meditation Program at Asia Society

29 Mar 2023
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Leo Bar Happy Hour

13 Apr 2023
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Enjoy the gorgeous Garden Court as you look at art, mingle with friends, and make new connections at Asia Society!
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Symposium

Symposium: To Hell and Back

14 Apr 2023
6 - 5 p.m.
Join scholars in the fields of religion, theology, art history, and anthropology for an interdisciplinary symposium on hell(s) that will explore artistic expressions of the afterlife across religious traditions in Asia.
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within the metamorphosis

21 Apr 2023
7:30 - 9 p.m.
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A performance by Iranian American artist Afruz Amighi. Through poetry, dance, and sound, the audience is invited to step inside a place of transformation where hope, despair, heaven, and hell live side by side.
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Celebrate Puthandu, the Tamil New Year

22 Apr 2023
2 - 5 p.m.
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Join us as a family to celebrate Puthandu meaning New Year, and a significant festival for Tamil Hindus in Asia. We will have special performances by South Indian artists, storytelling, folk art, and food tasting from the region.
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Special Screening: 'America and the Taliban'

24 Apr 2023
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Special preview screening of the new FRONTLINE documentary America and the Taliban
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National Chinese Language Conference 2023: Day One

28 Apr 2023
9:30 a.m. - 5:45 p.m.
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Join us at the 16th Annual NCLC for an immersive experience to learn, engage, and support one another.
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National Chinese Language Conference 2023: Day Two

29 Apr 2023
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Commemorate the Birth of Gautama Buddha

06 May 2023
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Join us for a family program to celebrate Buddha's birthday. The interactive event will include storytelling, art, music, meditation, and a momo making demonstration!
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2023 Global Talent, Diversity and Inclusion Symposium

17 May 2023
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
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2023 will be the event’s 15th Anniversary and our theme is “Activating Belonging and Inclusion for All: Allyship with the AAPI Community.”
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Asia Society’s 2023 Asian Corporate Survey Awards Gala

17 May 2023
6 - 9:30 p.m.
Join us for Asia Society’s 2023 Asian Corporate Survey Awards Gala!
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2023 Asia Game Changer Awards and Dinner

26 Oct 2023
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Join us at Asia Society's 10th Anniversary Asia All Star Game Changers Awards Ceremony and Gala!

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