Tri-C Westshore offers overview of Islamic art on Oct. 9

Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C) will examine the world of Islam through art during a “Learning for Life” lecture series program Wednesday, Oct. 9, at Westshore Campus.

The event will highlight key themes of Islamic art while inspiring greater cultural understanding of the world’s second-largest religion. The presentation is part of the Cleveland Museum of Art’s “Art to Go” program. The interactive session will allow participants to handle actual art objects while discussing the significance of the works, as well as materials and techniques used by the artists.

The program will take place from noon to 1 p.m. in room 310 of the Liberal Arts and Technology building at Westshore Campus, located at 31001 Clemens Road in Westlake. Registration is requested, but not required. Call 216-987-5968 or email kara.copeland@tri-c.edu for more information.

The “Learning for Life” lecture series covers a range of topics important to the community. Visit www.tri-c.edu/LearningForLife for a full schedule through April or to register for a program.