EVENTS

Here at MEKIC we invite different artists such as poets, authors, directors, sculptures from South West Asia, specifically Iran, and organize seminars for creating an atmosphere of dialog and debate. This center also holds events such as live music and movie projection.

Opening hours:  Winter 2011

Tuesday to Friday: 11am – 7pm
Saturday and Sunday: 12pm – 5pm

                           

 

 

Yalda

Iranians have celebrated Yalda night for at least 10,000 years. In times past, this pagan Iranian celebration marked the birth of Mithra, the god of the Sun. His yearly rebirth meant the return of daily light in conjunction with the year's longest night and the beginning of winter.

According to some researchers, the Christmas celebration – the Eve of the birth of Jesus, the child of light – has its origins in Yalda. Indeed, the Bible (Gospel of Matthew) tells the story of the Three Wise Men who began their journey on December 21. They came from the East to kneel before the Messiah. Their journey could actually symbolize the fact that Christianity is in accordance with an early, primary tradition that is at the foundation of all religions.

On Yalda night, in our present times, Iranian families celebrate with pastries and red-centred fruits like watermelon and pomegranate. The red colour, which represents fire, is symbolic of the sun.

MEKIC would be very happy to have you come celebrate Yalda at the gallery on Wednesday, December 21 starting at 7 p.m.

We hope you'll come join us.
Entrance: 25$ Student:15$
Reservation required