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Seeking Shambhala

The Museum of Fine Arts Boston presents an exhibition featuring artwork from two contemporary artists' journeys to Shambhala.

When:
March 6, 2012 12:00am to September 30, 2012 12:00am
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Shambhala is a Sanskrit word describing a mythical land whose exact location is hidden behind mist of snow-capped mountains, where peace reigns, wealth abounds, and there is no illness. The West was first introduced to the concept as “Shangri-la” in the 1930s book and film Lost Horizon, but Shambhala, in both physical and spiritual senses, has been part of Tibetan Buddhist art and culture for centuries. “Seeking Shambhala” explores this spiritual realm within the Tibetan tradition, and brings to the fore two contemporary artists’ personal journeys to Shambhala.

Cost: 
Free to members. Free with paid admission. $8 for non-members
Phone Number: 
617-267-9300