SUNDAY, 2.17.19 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
THE RUBIN MUSEUM OF ART
150 West 17th St. New York, NY 10011
Kick off the year of the Earth Pig with your family and friends! Celebrate Losar, the Himalayan New Year, with an afternoon of art. Learn about traditional Losar celebrations, explore the galleries, listen to Himalayan music, and let your creativity go wild with thematic activities and art projects.
CREATE
Combine art and science to make a sparkling stone geode that represents the Earth element’s characteristics of stability and strength.
Embody this year’s astrological sign, the Earth Pig, using the natural materials of soil and rice.
Take inspiration from traditional winter bouquets, or metok, and create your own paintings using ears of barley.
Create prayer flags with your personal intentions and prayers for the New Year.
PLAY
Discover new dimensions in the Rubin’s art collection with a Losar-themed Gallery Exploration.
LEARN
Contemporary Tibetan artisans work with Himalayan New Year traditions to create beautiful artworks and stories.
Free Museum Admission for children and accompanying adults from 12:00-4:00 PM.