Rubin Museum Tibetan Buddhist Shrine Room

Immersive Tibetan Buddhist shrine room installation featuring sacred art and devotional objects.

Why go

The installation recreates an authentic Tibetan Buddhist shrine environment with chanted prayers by monks and nuns, engaging all the senses—this immersive space drew over one million visitors during its six-year run at the Rubin Museum in Manhattan.

What to expect

An immersive installation in the Arts of Asia Galleries featuring more than 100 thangkas, sculptures, furniture, and musical instruments arranged according to Tibetan Buddhist tradition, with ambient chanted prayers creating a meditative atmosphere.

Things to know

• Curated by Elena Pakhoutova, Senior Curator of Himalayan Art at the Rubin Museum.
• Most objects are from the Rubin Museum's collection.
• Over one million people experienced the Shrine Room at the Rubin Museum from 2013 to 2024.
• Located in the Arts of Asia Galleries, 2nd Floor.
• Included in general admission to the Brooklyn Museum.
• A virtual exploration allows worldwide access to the Shrine Room online.

Plan your visit

Included in general admission. Located in the Arts of Asia Galleries on the 2nd Floor. A virtual exploration is available for those unable to visit in person.