The Ismaili: Muslim art and cultural expression opens doors to interfaith dialogue in Houston

From the intricacy of calligraphy and the mysticism of Sufi dance, to the illustrative legends that explode on canvas, Islamic art forms have captured the attention of Houstonians. In May and June, the Houston Ismaili community collaborated with the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH) during its exhibition Light of the Sufis: The Mystical Arts of Islam, to organise educational events that explored and celebrated artistic traditions of the Muslim world.

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