The mission of the Shang Shung Institute is to deepen the knowledge and the understanding of the Tibetan cultural traditions in its religious, historical, philosophical, artistic, medical, and social aspects in order to contribute to the survival and preservation of this culture. Its purpose is to encourage cooperation among interested groups and individuals, thus keeping alive the essential values of these traditions.
The International Shang Shung InstituteTo learn more information abut the International Shang Shung Institute and its projects please visit the international website.
The Shang Shung Institute of America and the School of Tibetan Medicine
The Shang Shung Institute of America was founded in 1994, and it is located in Conway, Massachusetts. It’s achievements include: an extensive library of educational resources on Tibetan culture, an onsite and online bookstore full of materials on Tibetan culture and the Dzogchen Teachings of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu, and many public programs and courses on Tibetan Culture & Art. The most extensive project of the American branch to date is a Tibetan medical school that is the first in the West to offer a four-year curriculum equivalent to traditional Tibetan medical schools in Tibet and India.
To learn more about the School of Tibetan Medicine visit this website.
To visit the USA online bookstore please visit this website.
The Shang Shung Institute in America is a non-profit and tax exempt 501 (c) organization incorporated in the State of Massachusetts. The Institute receives funding from private donations, corporate matching grants, and grants.
