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The Decade-long Journey to Recreate Tibet’s Earliest Guidebook
November 14, 2016
An interview with Matthew Akester about the making of his latest book Jamyang Khyentsé Wangpo’s Guide to Central Tibet
Jealousy Week: 5 Reasons to be Jealous of Museum Members
April 9, 2016
You’ll be green with envy when you see all of the perks that Rubin Museum members get. But don’t worry— you can become a member too!
Take A Look at Mirror Meditation
March 21, 2016
Dr. Tara Well explains why gazing at your reflection can increase compassion.
Brain Awareness Week: Neuroscientists give you a peek into your brain
March 18, 2016
Here are six things to learn about your brain from experts who chimed in during this week’s #ASKANEUROSCIENTIST Q&A on Twitter.
Fear Week: 3 Ways Tibetan Buddhist Art Lets You Confront Your Fears
March 8, 2016
Fear no more! Here’s how Tibetan Buddhist art can help you confront both your mundane and deepest fears.
Surprise Week: 7 Surprising Things We’ve Learned at Brainwave 2016: Emotion
March 3, 2016
We’ve learned a lot about our emotions so far at Brainwave 2016. Here are a few of the most surprising revelations.
February 11, 2016
As we examine shame during Brainwave, here’s a reminder that the art world is no stranger to shameful accidents and poor decisions.
Best of 2015: Five of Our Most Memorable Speakers
December 8, 2015
For the first entry of our year-end blog series, we’re looking back at the most insightful and exciting speakers that graced the Rubin’s stage in 2015.
Discover Mongolia: “The Last Frontier of Nomadic Culture”
November 19, 2015
How Mongolian culture consultant Ariun Sanjaajamts is connecting Museum visitors with the nation’s rich history and passionate people.
A Bishop and a Buddhist Walk into a Museum
October 30, 2015
It’s no joke! On November 2, Bishop Marc Andrus and Buddhist teacher Elizabeth Mattis-Namgyel will meet on stage at the Rubin Museum to discuss the intersection of spirituality and global challenges like climate change.
Five Inspiring Artists Motivated by Climate Change
October 1, 2015
In honor of Karma: Cause, Effect, and the Illusion of Fate, here are five inspiring artists who address climate change through their work.
Beyond the Pose: Surprising Connections between Yoga and our Art
September 26, 2015
What does yoga have to do with Himalayan art? Here are 4 surprising connections.
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