Central US
Faces of Imamat Day
4 October 2017
The thousands of Ismailis who came together in Dallas on July 11, 2017, to usher in the Diamond Jubilee walked away with fond memories of the much-anticipated day.
Author Lee Hilling's Book Launch in Dallas
29 September 2017
Author of "A Place of Miracles: The Story of a Children’s Hospital in Kabul and the People Whose Lives Have Been Changed by It", Lee Hilling explains the role of the Aga Khan Hospital and its impact on the children of Afghanistan.
Central Jamat Launches the Diamond Jubilee in Dallas
7 September 2017
Central US Jamat Comes Together in Dallas for the Diamond Jubilee Celebration
Plan K: The Performance of a Lifetime
20 August 2017
Veteran and first-time Jubilee dancers reflect and prepare in the moments before performing for thousands of Jamati members.
Lunch and Learn with Leaders
1 August 2017
Many events are organized at the Jamatkhana that aspire to stimulate the intellect, encourage dialogue, and celebrate cultural diversity in the greater Dallas area.
Central US Youth rehearse for a Diamond Jubilee Dance Celebration
15 July 2017
The under-18 performance, composed of Ismaili youth ages 3 to 18, is centered around putting the youngest Jamati members front and center during the momentous celebration of Mawlana Hazar Imam’s Diamond Jubilee.
Volunteer Appreciation Week Celebrated around the US
11 July 2017
The uniformed volunteers in the community assume added responsibilities year-round, and the Annual Volunteer Appreciation Weekend (VAW) is a way to remember their dedication and to recognize them.
Sounds of the Silk Road
10 July 2017
An enraptured audience of over 100 at the AT&T Performing Arts Center in Dallas experienced the magical journey into times long past. Co-sponsored in April 2017 by the Aga Khan Music Initiative and the Aga Khan Council for Central US, the event showcased the extensive musical heritage of Central Asia.
Dallas Museum of Art Hosts Event on Aga Khan Award for Architecture
10 July 2017
The Aga Khan Award for Architecture (AKAA) found a new platform at the Dallas Museum of Art, as 175 people from across the Dallas area learned about the award and its history in October. The UT Arlington students and STEP teachers from the Ismaili Muslim community explained the projects' architectural elements and their impact.
The Music of Togetherness
9 July 2017
The HUM Ensemble featured Sandeep Das, Kenan Adnawi, an oud player from Syria, and Rajib Karmarkar, an Indian sitar performer. The trio performed for nearly two-hours, during which they combined Hindustani classical music, one of two classical forms in India, with the Maqam musical tradition of Syria.
An Art Exhibition is the setting for a discussion on global poverty
8 July 2017
Dozens of North Texans, including artists, nonprofit workers and youth, spent their Memorial Day weekend at an art exhibition titled, “Art: A Language for Change,” highlighting the impact of poverty.
North Texas Trade Mission’s Visit to the Aga Khan Museum, Toronto
8 July 2017
"Starting off the visit of the Mayors of Fort Worth and Dallas to Canada, with a stop at the Aga Khan Museum, was a great way to highlight the connections between important communities that exist in both of our countries. It allowed us to showcase Canada’s diversity and acceptance in a beautiful and very meaningful way. Others on the trip noted that they were struck by the patterns; thank you once again for arranging the tour and for your ongoing friendship and support." -Sara Wilshaw, Consul General of Canada in Dallas
