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Featured Event:
The Exuberance of
Maya Civilization
Sat., Oct. 1 at 9:30 AM
All-Day Seminar
Palenque temple complex
The exuberance of Maya civilization is examined through their economy, marketplaces, arts, and their animistic spiritual beliefs that imbued ritual practitioners with
divination techniques,
cures, and prayers.
The Mayan legacy is
also explored.
Buy tickets>>
Smithsonian Connections:
View Mayan artifacts in the American Indian Museum’s collections.
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Dear ,
We invite you to participate in our upcoming International Studies and Culture programs, which cover a wide variety of topics. With so much to choose from, you are sure to
find something to enjoy!
THIS SATURDAY: The Maya civilization is noted for its distinctive art and architecture, written language, and astronomical and mathematical systems. Learn what sustained the Maya civilization's independent city-states for hundreds of years and gain insight into the people's lives and their religious beliefs.
In November, Mingle at the Museum for an exclusive after-hours viewing of the exhibition Portraiture Now: Asian American Portraits of Encounter. Immerse yourself in an amazing evening of art, food, and music among works from one of the art world's most exciting fields.
Don't forget, members typically save 25%—40% on program event tickets.
Not a member? Become a Resident Associate member today to take advantage of this special privilege as well as many others. Learn more>>
We look forward to seeing you!
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The Last Empress of China
Wed., Oct. 19 at 6:45 PM
From concubine to Dowager Empress, Cixi was the defacto ruler until the end of the Imperial Dynasty. Join David Hogge, curator of Power Play: China’s Empress Dowager for a lecture about her rule and a tour of the exhibition. Buy tickets>>
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Portraits After 5:
Asian 2 American
Fri., Nov. 4 at 7:30 PM
Mingle at the Museum
Enjoy Asian fusion beats spun by DJs Yellow Fever, have your portrait drawn, and soak in the projected portraits on the walls of the Kogod Courtyard. Buy tickets>>
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Italy’s 150 Years of Unification
Wed., Nov. 9 at 6 PM
Celebrate 150 years of Italian unity with an evening of distinguished speakers and a light reception. Immerse yourself in the history of Italy before, during, and after unification and how this period had its ties to the American Civil War. Buy tickets>>
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The Art, Romance, and
Divination of Yoga
Thur., Nov. 10 at 6:45 PM
Yoga means a lot of different things to a lot of different people, but few know its rich historical roots. The art of the 16th century reflects how Indo-Islamic courts interacted with yogic concepts and practices, ranging from philosophy to tantra. Buy tickets>>
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Keeping Endangered
Languages Alive
Wed., Nov. 30 at 6:45 PM
Every 14 days a language disappears along with its cultural signposts. Learn what is endangered and how linguists are working to keep language and knowledge systems alive. Buy tickets>>
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