[http://newsok.com/article/5488597 NewsOK] - A statue of Omar Khayyam. famed Iranian poet, philosopher, astronomer and mathematician was unveiled on Wednesday at The University of Oklahoma in Norman which will also establish a Center for Iranian and Persian Gulf Studies thanks to ...
In a rare opportunity, Persian-speaking populations in and around Chicago can now host their events like royalty in the majestic Copernicus Center, the sole surviving atmospheric-style theater in the Chicagoland area, designed by the prestigious firm of Rapp & Rapp. Built in the ...
It is a rare opportunity for residents of Bay area in northern California to travel back in time and see original delicate woven silk velvets from Persia's centuries past. More than just practical clothing and furnishings, silk velvets symbolized sophisticated taste and cultural ...
Many Americans are unaware that the one million Americans of Iranian origin, according to some surveys, constitute the most successful immigrant minority in terms of education, wealth, and integration into the American society. High-budget Iran-centered Hollywood productions have ...
The Cyrus Cylinder, one of the most iconic objects in world history, is on tour in the US for the first time ever, and residents of the San Francisco Bay Area will be among the lucky few to see it (event details on the ([http://www.asianart.org/exhibitions_index/cyrus-cylinder ...
Home to a large population of Iranian immigrants, Toronto, Canada will soon host a most rewarding experience for anyone curious or interested in Iranian culture. This summer (July 18 - 21) more than 120,000 enthusiasts are expected to attend Tirgan Festival on Toronto’s lakefront ...
Last month [http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4354445/ Anahita Ghazvinizadeh], a young Chicago-based Iranian-American filmmaker, won first prize (15,000 euros, or about $19,500) with "Needle" in Cannes 2013 Cinefondation short film competition. A sharp, nearly perfect 21-minute movie ...
[http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2294831/Ancient-Persian-rug-owned-American-billionaire-set-make-tidy-pile-goes-sale-5m.html Daily Mail]: When it comes to home furnishings there aren't many things more stylish than an authentic Persian rug but savvy shoppers won't be able ...
