November 14, 2008 6:00 - 9:00pm Add a dash of culture to your networking. Join fellow Asia Society, WNYC and the University of Pennsylvania Alumni- as well as fellow professionals- for some art and ambiance. Expand your circle and connect with new peers from other companies. Free admission. No reservations required. Cash bar. $6 Martini specials between 6-7pm! Exhibition tours at 7:15pm and 7:45pm. New on view: Traces of the Calligrapher: Islamic Calligraphy in Practice This exhibition and its companion exhibition, Writing the Word of God: Calligraphy and the Qur'an, explore Islamic art's quintessential art form: calligraphy. In the Islamic world, the practice of calligraphy constitutes an expression of piety. The writing of Arabic script was considered an exemplary activity for men and women of all stations due to its association with the Qur'an. Leo Bar at Asia Society and Museum 725 Park Avenue at 70th Street New York City www.Asiasociety.org/leobar For more information, e-mail:CorpMembership@AsiaSoc.org or call 212.327.9299 |
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