Realm of the Dharma: The Arts of Buddhism

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**Note: This event has been cancelled, but I’m leaving this on the portal in case the Blanton reschedules. I have adjusted the date range above so that it does not appear in the public view of the website.

Realm of the Dharma: The Arts of Buddhism

This exhibition, drawn from the collections of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, presents an international survey of Buddhist art. It begins with objects associated with Buddhism’s origins in India and follows its spread through Southeast Asia, the Himalayas, and East Asia. Comprised of some 150 rare and beautiful works of art in a variety of media, the exhibition introduces important aspects of Buddhist thought and ritual practices. Organized both geographically and thematically, the exhibition is designed to engage both general and specialist audiences. It will explore the life story of the Buddha, the role of the bodhisattva, Buddhist cosmology, and key concepts that have found their way into popular culture such as dharma, karma, mantra, and nirvana. This exhibition is organized by the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. The Blanton presentation is organized by Ray Williams, Director of Education and Academic Affairs, Blanton Museum of Art

Opens: October 11, 2020
Closes: January 3, 2021

To make special arrangements for your course, contact:
Siobhan McCusker, Museum Educator, University Audiences
siobhan.mccusker@blantonmuseum.org
(512) 471-7175
You may also visit the University Programs page and complete the online request form:
https://blantonmuseum.org/university-programs/