Gallery Talk: From Hadda to Harvard—A Journey through Afghanistan’s Buddhist Art (Conducted in Dari)
By
Harvard Art Museums
Free
Discover the ancient Buddhist site of Hadda and its remarkable sculptures in a new installation. This talk will be conducted in Dari
Sign-up Information
- Ages: Adults.
- Wheelchair accessible.
Note that this talk will be conducted in Dari.
لطفاً توجه داشته باشید که این سخنرانی به زبان فارسی دری برگزار خواهد شد.
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No application or registration needed.
Cost
This Event is free!
Please check in with museum staff at the Visitor Services desk in the Calderwood Courtyard to request to join the gallery talk. Space is limited, and talks are available on a first-come, first-served basis; no registration is required.
Location
- In-person only.
Harvard Art Museums
32 Quincy
Cambridge, MA 02138
United States
Dates and Times
Tuesday, September 23 12:30PM – 1PM
Additional information
The ancient site of Hadda, located near present-day Jalalabad, was a major center of Buddhist art and culture between the 1st and 6th centuries CE. Hadda’s sculptures offer a glimpse into Afghanistan’s vibrant role in the spread of Buddhism along the Silk Road. This talk focuses on original artworks from Hadda and explores their historical and spiritual significance.
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Last updated September 9, 2025.
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