How does art preserve and communicate beliefs? Students will examine works of art from the major religious traditions and philosophies that originated in Asia. Teachers may request a focus on one or a combination of the following topics: Hinduism, Buddhism, or Islam.
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30-60 minutes
Education: Grade(s) 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Homeschool/Family , Learning Pod
10
Suggested max is 60. For larger groups please email asiatours@si.edu
Art, Fine Arts, Foreign & World Languages, International, Literacy, Religion, History & Social Studies, Asian Pacific American heritage Month
Programs are available M,W, TH and F from 9am-5pm EST. Register at least 3 weeks before your requested program date to guarantee best availability. If you are requesting the same program for mulitple classes, please complete one form and indicate in the additional notes section that you need multiple dates. Our tour scheduler will contact you for more information. If you would like to check on the status of your request, please contact asiatours@si.edu. All requests are subject to availability.
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Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art
Washington , DC United States
The National Museum of Asian Art is located on the National Mall in Washington, DC. With more than 46,000 objects dating from the Neolithic period to today, our collections' strengths range from the arts of China, Japan, Korea, South and Southeast Asia, the ancient Near East and the Islamic World to nineteenth century American art. The National Museum of Asian Art is committed to providing quality Pre-K-12 programs that deepen students understanding of Asian Arts and cultures, develop students' capacity for slow looking, and broaden students' perspective taking capacities.
Contact: Virtual Museum Educator asiatours@si.edu 202-633-5377
Program is presented on Zoom by professional museum educators. Through inquiry-based questions and discussion, presenters engage with participants as they explore artworks together. Students may participate in simple drawing and writing exercises throughout the program. Programs are highly interactive and participants are expected to be on camera and interact with the presenter.
Participants will be able to:1. Recognize images and symbols from Hinduism, Buddhism, and/or Islam.2. Analyze works of art for information about culture and symbols.3. Compare and contrast works of art from different cultures and time periods. 4. Develop an appreciation for world cultures.