Architectural Restorations

Architectural Restorations

Architectural Restorations Making a contribution  to the Nakashima Foundation for Peace carries out the gift of serenity for generations to come. On visiting our grounds, many are overcome by a sense of peaceful beauty generated not just by the atmosphere created by...
Mira’s Lifetime Achievement Award

Mira’s Lifetime Achievement Award

On August 8, Governor Tom Wolf presented Mira Nakashima a Lifetime Achievement in the Arts at the Scranton Cultural Center. Mira was honored for her renowned furniture designs, her unparalleled knowledge and mastery of wood, and for serving as the director and...
Participating in Savitri Around  the WorldOctober 23 • 2017

Participating in Savitri Around the World

October 23 • 2017

Participating in Savitri Around the WorldOctober 23 • 2017 On Monday, October 23rd, 2017 the Nakashima Foundation for Peace happily participated in the “Savitri Around the World” project celebrating Auroville’s 50th birthday.  Mira Nakashima, her brother Kevin and...
50th Anniversary of the Nakashima Arts BuildingMay 7 • 2017

50th Anniversary of the Nakashima Arts Building
May 7 • 2017

50th Anniversary of the Nakashima Arts BuildingMay 7 • 2017 On May 7, 1967, George Nakashima opened another architectural feat on the Nakashima property by hosting an inaugural exhibition for the works of his dear friend, renowned artist Ben Shahn. The Arts Building...
Spring Festival May 1 • 2016

Spring Festival

May 1 • 2016

A Spring Festival and powerful Zen experience at the Nakashima compound on the first of May.  Japanese culture was transported from New York city by several organizations. And, in the midst of a rain filled day ,we were treated to an incredible immersion in culture...
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