Step into a world of different perspectives, where iconic works from UCLA’s Fowler Museum come to life.
Explore art, devotion, and practice through the voices of scholars, artists, curators, activists and spiritual practitioners, among others.
Discover how their insights on belief and materiality illuminate critical issues of our time—cultural heritage, public health, and environmental challenges.
Engage with matters of profound significance for our future.
Welcome to Vital Matters.
You can explore this site by diving into video libraries, examining objects closely through immersive 3D representations, or navigating by theme.
Step into a world of different perspectives, where iconic works from UCLA’s Fowler Museum come to life.
Explore art, devotion, and practice through the voices of scholars, artists, curators, activists and spiritual practitioners, among others.
Discover how their insights on belief and materiality illuminate critical issues of our time—cultural heritage, public health, and environmental challenges.
Engage with matters of profound significance for our future.
Welcome to Vital Matters.
You can explore this site by diving into video libraries, examining objects closely through immersive 3D representations, or navigating by theme.