Of particular importance to us was this photograph, portraying His Holiness in our shrine room alongside a portrait by Tenzin Chokland, specially commissioned by our museum. This gesture of blessing from
His Holiness held deep significance, especially as our museum prepares to celebrate a major milestone next year—80 years since its founding.
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Nicole Malliotakis, generously volunteered to deliver a small box of items to His Holiness. Included were exclusive pieces from our new Jacques Marchais Tea collection, our Oroboro bracelet, a Takas scarf, the catalogue from His Holiness’s 1991 visit to our museum, and a photograph intended for His Holiness to sign.
The United States Senate unanimously passed the bipartisan Promoting a Resolution to the Tibet-China Dispute Act today, May 23, 2024. This development set the stage for a momentous week within the Tibetan community. During this significant period, a congressional delegation from the United States traveled to Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh, India, where they had the honor of meeting with the Dalai Lama at his residence.