Delve into the captivating world of the Terracotta Warriors through a dynamic six-part lecture series led by some of the world’s foremost experts.

Join Dr. Anthony Barbieri, Professor of Early Chinese History at UC Santa Barbara, to explore the archaeological, artistic, and institutional evidence that demonstrates contact between the Hellenistic Greco-Bactrian Kingdom (located in present-day Afghanistan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan) and the Qin state in China during the third century BCE.

Donate blood and enjoy free General Admission at Bowers Museum with our gratitude on July 29. 

Experience World of the Terracotta Warriors like never before during an exclusive after-hours tour with Dr. Tianlong Jiao, Chief Curator at Bowers Museum.

Rock'n Blues Festival

SUNDAY | AUGUST 3 | 11 AM – 3 PM

Celebrate with Bowers Museum during our free family festivals held every first Sunday of the month in the Museum’s beautiful Key Courtyard. Enjoy live performances, art making, face painting and complimentary treats at every festival.

Enter a sanctuary for sonic exploration surrounded by vibrant Buddhist paintings.

2nd & 4th THURSDAYS
Join this very special arts engagement program for seniors and their community.

Join us for some Magic at Bowers – after hours! Participate in an evening of Magic: The Gathering Commander games, hosted by AKH Trading Card Co, or learn to play the Terracotta Army board game with Hexes & Brews. Duel in the shadow of an ancient army and journey through the museum's featured exhibition, World of the Terracotta Warriors. Cosplay encouraged!

For Bowers Members Only: A Book Club Experience

Books at Bowers: Touring Through the Pages is a Bowers Docent Guild sponsored book club that pairs a topical book with a museum art experience.

For Bowers Members Only: A Book Club Experience

Books at Bowers: Touring Through the Pages is a Bowers Docent Guild sponsored book club that pairs a topical book with a museum art experience.