Spend your Sunday afternoon learning about the arts of Asia from experts at the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco! Each month will focus on a unique topic from this vast, diverse, and ever evolving continent.

November 12 @ 2:30 pm

Japanese Aesthetics: Exploring Japan’s Artistic Sensibilities Sign up here!

Kimono, netsuke, swords, lacquerware, screens, and scrolls. Come explore the variety, complexity and beauty of Japanese art. For the Japanese the functionality of an object was not enough; it also had to be aesthetically pleasing and display the skill of the artisan, the taste of the patron, and the values of the culture. Luxuriate in this fascinating program highlighting some of the exquisite objects in the Japanese collection of the Asian Art Museum.

December 10 @ 2:30 pm

When the Tiger Smoked a Pipe: The Art of Korea

Discover the varied and unique art reflected in various media and over multiple dynasties.

January 14 @ 2:30 pm

Timeless Traditions: Expressions of the Divine in India Art

Explore the vast panoply of Indian art through the prism of its various major belief systems.

February 11 @ 2:30 pm

The Lunar New Year

Welcome in the lunar new year by learning about the traditions and symbolism which enrich this celebration each year.

March 10 @ 2:30 pm

The Goddess: Images of Power (Women’s History Month)

Explore various cultural and religious manifestations of female deities.

April 14 @ 2:30 pm

Persia: Crossroads for Art and Culture

Uncover the unique artistic elements of ancient Middle Eastern art, and its influence on art across Asia and Europe.

May 5 @ 2:30 pm (one week early due to Mother’s Day)

Glorious Civilizations: An Exploration of Southeast Asia

Ten countries, numerous cultures, thousands of years. Explore the varied and intriguing art of Southeast Asia as reflected in the religious and secular art of this fascinating region.

June 9 @ 2:30 pm

Expressions of Gender in Asian Art (Pride Month)

Gender fluid and non-binary depictions have existed for thousands of years in Asian art. Explore works which support this belief in non-duality.