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Diaspora In Bloom: Transcending Borders Through Assyrian Art
“While most Americans may know Assyrian culture by what they learned about ancient civilizations in history class, a new art show spotlights the contemporary experiences of ethnic Assyrians”
The Mercury News
“Universal themes of identity, community, diaspora, and cultural continuity were highlighted by works from Assyrian-American artists Atra Givarkes, Esther Elia and Rabel Betshmuel. The exhibition tells the story of the Assyrian community in the 20th century to present day.”
The Assyrian Journal
“Assyrians have ‘more to offer’ the world of visual arts than their admittedly impressive heritage from ancient times.”
KQED
“The exhibition is a first of its kind.”
The Assyrian Journal
