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Contains materials related to public programs during the time period, except for Awards and Colloquia which have separate series.

Abstract Presented in partnership with Edge of Arabia and Art JameelDiscussion and Celebration Presented in partnership with Edge of Arabia and Art Jameel Suggested donation $10To mark the United Nation's International Day of Peace, the Rothko Chapel hosts an evening celebration with food and music in partnership with Edge of Arabia and Art Jameel. The evening is also the launch of CULTURUNNERS – an artists' journey and cultural pilgrimage connecting communities in the United...

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The Chapel and University of St. Thomas will be represented by Michael Holliday, a student who participated in “99 Days of Peace”

Abstract Concert, Members of Silkroad Ensemble Pay What You Can, suggested contribution $20In observation of International Day of Peace, the Rothko Chapel presented a performance by members of the Silkroad Ensemble, while in residency at Rice University, in collaboration with the Aga Khan Council. Performing artists included: Shawn Conley, bass; Nicholas Cords, viola; Sandeep Das, tabla; Maeve Gilchrist, harp; Kaoru Watanabe, shinobue flutes, taiko.Set list: Taiko and Shinobue...

Abstract International Day of Peace Observation and Hurricane Harvey Relief Concert Music of Peace and Reconciliation, Apollo Chamber Players All proceeds from this event went towards Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston's efforts to help homebound seniors and refugee families affected by Hurricane Harvey. In observation of International Day of Peace, Apollo Chamber Players performed a program of music for string quartet by Grammy-winning American composers Libby Larsen and Phillip...

Abstract Gather in community for reflection, music, and silence to cultivate world peace and sustain our spirits at a time of interconnected crisis and conflict.Presenters include David Leslie, Executive Director, Rothko Chapel Bishop Myokei Caine-Barrett, Resident Priest of Myoken-ji Temple Sr. Ceil Roeger, Dominican Sisters of Houston Chris Ellis, Cellist and DACAMERA Young Artist Kian Tavackoli, Spiritual Assembly of the Baha’i’s Engin Yigit, Raindrop Turkish House Rabbi Scott...

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Film Projection on the Rothko Chapel Suggested donation $10

To mark International Day of Peace, the Rothko Chapel screens filmmaker Trayc Claybrook’s highly acclaimed Peace Pilot on the outside of the Chapel. The film features characters in metaphoric environments, representing the hero’s journey towards personal, communal, and global transformation and peace.

Abstract Father Tullio Proserpio, Christian Tradition Suggested donation $10, click here to make a donation ahead of timeJoin a contemplative practice of music, readings, and silent reflection to commemorate International Day of Peace. Ordained in 1996, Father Tullio Proserpio has served since 2003 as Chaplain at the National Cancer Institute in Milan, Italy, and is currently doing research at the Methodist Research Institute on hope in cancer patients. He has authored scientific articles...

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Co-sponsored with UNA-Houston and Decade of Non-Violence