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Rubin Museum Hosts Mandala Workshop at West Side Fest

festival-fair · 2026-06-08

The Rubin Museum of Art is joining West Side Fest, a complimentary celebration of arts and culture on Manhattan’s West Side. Families can take part in a free art workshop where they will create mandalas inspired by the museum's collection, utilizing diverse materials and techniques while contemplating human emotions. This workshop caters to all ages, welcoming children aged three and up with their adult companions. The specific location will be announced later; those interested can subscribe to the Rubin's newsletter for updates. For the complete schedule of West Side Fest, visit westsidefest.nyc. Additionally, the Rubin highlights its efforts in Himalayan art and cultures, including a grant program for artists and scholars, alongside its collection of nearly 4,000 artifacts spanning over 1,500 years.

Key facts

  • Rubin Museum participates in West Side Fest
  • Free mandala-making workshop for families
  • Inspired by mandalas in Rubin's collection
  • Suitable for ages 3+ with adults
  • Location TBD, sign up for newsletter
  • West Side Fest is a free multisite celebration on Manhattan's West Side
  • Full schedule at westsidefest.nyc
  • Rubin's collection includes nearly 4,000 Himalayan art objects

Entities

Institutions

  • Rubin Museum of Art

Locations

  • Manhattan
  • New York City
  • United States

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