“The initiative to start APAA was a call from the heart.”
Our goal is to bring understanding and raise awareness as well as ensure the promotion of the Afghan Archaeological and Cultural Heritage. This goal is realized through its teaching in schools and public venues internationally, including in Afghanistan and in the Afghan and multi-cultural Bay Area community. Our work also consists in promoting and assisting in the education of the international public about the inherent value of archaeological treasures to cultural identity, and to specifically focus on the plight of Afghan people regarding the loss of their cultural heritage.
Through APAA Dr.Tarzi is assisting in educating the younger generations as well as the older ones. This is done by publishing children and scientific books as well as provide education and training programs and tools in Afghanistan to future Archaeologists so they may in turn become self reliant and efficient Professionals of the trowel and skilled restorers. Finally, APAA hopes to inspire future generations in having the incentive to learn about, protect and preserve their unique heritage and further educate themselves and others on the importance and value of archaeological and historical heritages.
AFGHANISTAN
"Hidden Treasures from the National Museum, Kabul
The exhibit "Hidden Treasures from the National Museum, Kabul" opened at the National Gallery in Washington D.C. in May of 2008. It will remain in the U.S. for 15 months and visit thee more distinguished American Museums from Coast to Coast. Thanks to National Geographic Society millions of Americans will have a rare opportunity to discover an incredible yet small token of Afghanistan's rich heritage.
Please stayed tuned as the APAA, in partnership with U.C. Berkeley, the Asian Art Museum and Hayward University will host a one of a kind scientific conference in October of 2008!
New developments on the Cultural Heritage of Afghanistan
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More in 2008 - Check our Event and Conference Calendar Section
"A Nation is Alive when its Culture is Alive"
Mr. O. Khan Massoudi, Director of the Museums of Afghanistan
For a complete Bio and List of Publications please contact our APAA Administration at info@apaa.info