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.

January 14 @ 2:30 pm Timeless Traditions: Expressions of the Divine in India Art Sign up directly via Zoom here!

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.