This month, guests came to the Museum on Thursday, March 31, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. as we honoreds Iran and celebrated Nowruz, the Persian New Year, with traditional Iranian music, food, dance, and presentations commemorating contemporary and ancient Persian culture. Guests experienced Iranian culture without ever leaving San Diego!

Stop by after work, or drop in on your way to dinner or a show. Each month The Tower After Hours presents a unique opportunity to make new friends and catch up with old ones, with the vibrant mix of music, dance, food, and drink taking participants on exciting journeys to far corners of the world. Proceeds from each Tower After Hours evening benefit Museum programs. The cost of The Tower After Hours is $20 for general admission, $15 for members and students. Admission is for adults ages 21 and over only, and includes food, drink, and entertainment. Tickets may be obtained in advance by calling the Museum at (619) 239-2001.

Nowruz: A Persian New Year Celebration was presented in collaboration with: Persian Cultural Center • House of Iran • Iranian School of San Diego • Persian Cultural Dance Academy • Darvak Ensemble • Caring Women of San Diego • Peyk Publication.

Sponsored by: Dabiri Foundation • Tayebi Foundation • Healix, Ltd. • San Diego National Bank • City of San Diego Commission for Arts and Culture • County of San Diego Community Enhancement Program.

In addition to immersing themselves in the music, dance, and cuisine of these cultures, those attending were able to explore the Museum's exceptional exhibits at no additional cost.

Click here to view and print a color flyer for Nowruz: A Persian New Year Celebration (Adobe PDF format, 239 Kb).

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