Afghanistan Today September 17, 2009

Afghanistan Today
Peter Bergen, print and television journalist, an author, and an adjunct professor at the School of Advanced International Studies at Johns Hopkins University.

Years of war and much foreign intervention have had a profound effect on the traditional way of life in Afghanistan. Peter Bergen will shed light on the country’s recent history, drawing on his personal experiences during his many visits to the region. To augment his discussion of the Bamiyan Buddhas and their significance in the rich cultural heritage of the Afghan people, the film The Giant Buddhas will be screened following the lecture.

This lecture is presented in conjunction with the exhibition “Afghanistan: Hidden Treasures from the National Museum, Kabul,” June 23–September 20, 2009.

The exhibition is made possible in part by Raymond and Beverly Sackler and the National Endowment for the Arts.

Official Website: http://www.metmuseum.org/tickets