Presentation Construction of sand mandalas Credits Wednesday April 30, 1997 Thursday May 1, 1997 Friday May 2, 1997 Sunday May 4, 1997

With the assistance of community volunteers, Museum visitors are able to try their hands at applying coloured sand to a flat surface. The four walls and gates of the celestial mansion are now clearly visible, and are aligned to the four cardinal directions. For Buddhists, this form serves as a reminder of a fundamental awareness — the Four Noble Truths regarding existence.