The Symposium on Urbanism, Spirituality & Well Being will convene experts in the fields of architecture, landscape design, urbanism, religious studies, public health and other related disciplines to address leading-edge global culture and urbanism issues from contemplative, spiritual, philosophical, design and ethical perspectives. Symposium topics include scholarship on the history of cities and architecture planned according to spiritual motivations or principles; the contemporary built urban environment and the plethora of forces that shape it; and the prospects of future urban life that nurtures meaningful, sustainable, and spiritually inspiring built environments and architecture.
Upcoming events
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Conference Jun 06 |
Symposium on Urbanism, Spirituality & Well-being: Future UrbanismsDate & Time:Thursday, June 6, 2013 - Saturday, June 8, 2013 Location:Glastonbury Abbey, Hingham, Massachusetts & Harvard University Divinity School, in Cambridge, Massachusetts |
Recently Archived Events
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Conference May 02 |
Symposium on Urbanism, Spirituality & Well-being: Contemporary TrendsDate & Time:Thursday, May 2, 2013 Location:Fong Auditorium in Boylston Hall, Harvard University Campus 5:15pm This event, the second in a series of three symposium meetings, will explore contemporary global trends in urbanism that support spiritual, physiological, and ecological well-being. We will pay specific attention to our relationship with the natural resources and environments—both ecological and social—that sustain us. |
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On Campus Apr 11 |
Symposium on Urbanism, Spirituality & Well-being: Historical PrecedentsDate & Time:Thursday, April 11, 2013 Location:Science Center, Harvard University Campus 5:15pm This symposium will convene participants from the fields of urban design, religious studies, public health and other related disciplines to address the ways in which elements of a city's plan can support a vibrant spiritual life, physical and emotional well-being, and overall wellness in urban residents. |
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On Campus Feb 06 |
Healthy Planet, Healthy People: A Conversation with Al GoreDate & Time:Wednesday, February 6, 2013 Location:The Memorial Church, Harvard University Campus The Paul R. Epstein Lecture Series Presents: Q&A from 8-8:30 |
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