Nowruz: Persian New Year Celebration

Drop in anytime from 1:00–3:00 pm for hands-on activities and gallery experiences, then join us at 3:00 pm for live music.

Paint and decorate spring eggs, create your own royal headband, and take a picture around the Haft Seen table. Explore the galleries with family-friendly talks from ISAC scholars and try your best to complete interactive scavenger hunts and gallery puzzles around the museum. Enjoy delicious Persian snacks and tea before gathering for a special musical performance by members of the Middle East Music Ensemble, featuring such instruments as the `ud, clarinet, baglama, violin, cello, qanun, and double bass. We hope to see you there!

Schedule

1:00–3:00 pm: Gallery activities and talks; crafts, snacks, and tea (lower level)

3:00–4:00 pm: Musical performance in Breasted Hall.

All ages are welcome.

Suggested Donations

$5 – ISAC member children/adults.

$10 – Non-member children/adults.

$50 – Nowruz donation (supports the event)

Sponsored by the Federation of Zoroastrian Associations of North America and the Zoroastrian Association of Metropolitan Chicago.