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Celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi: The Birth of Ganesha

Himalayan Heritage Meet-Up

Wednesday, 9.2.15
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Come celebrate Ganesha’s birth through art and dance. In September, throughout the Himalayas, people commemorate the elephant-headed deity. Our evening program will include a lively gallery tour looking at art depicting Ganesha in the galleries, followed by a performance of Dandiya dance from the Queens- based organization India Home, founded by community members to serve the South Asian elderly. Please note that the group will not meet on national holidays. For further information, please call (212) 620-5000 x233.

Dancing Ganesha; Madhya Pradesh, India; 11th century; sandstone; C2004.14.4 (HAR 65346)
Dancing Ganesha; Madhya Pradesh, India; 11th century; sandstone; C2004.14.4 (HAR 65346)

Program Host

Tashi Chodron, Coordinator of Adult and Academic Outreach Programs, Rubin Museum Guide. Program facilitation provided by Harry Einhorn, museum educator, student of Tibetan language and culture, and multidisciplinary artist based in New York City.

$5 per attendee

10% discount for members.

Tickets may be purchased day of program at the Museum’s Admissions desk.

Meet in the Spiral Lobby.

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