Birgitte Nena Thurman
Founder · Lifetime Achievement Award
The Art of Freedom Award
Heroic service.
Enduring gifts.
Tibet House US established the Art of Freedom Award in 1998 to recognize individuals for their outstanding contribution toward the Tibetan cause. This annual award was created to thank and recognize outstanding individuals who have contributed heroic service, accomplished great works, and given great gifts to promote and preserve the culture of Tibet in accordance with the founding aims of Tibet House US.
2026 Lifetime Achievement Awards
Honoring a lifetime
of commitment.
Robert Tenzin Thurman
Founder · Lifetime Achievement Award, presented posthumously
Michael Douglas
United Nations Messenger of Peace · Lifetime Achievement Award
Ticket Tiers
Snow Lion
$21,000
Includes 12 seats
Dragon
$17,000
Includes 10 seats
Garuda
$11,000
Includes 8 seats
Windhorse
$1,000
Includes 2 seats
Snow Leopard
$550
Includes 1 seat
An extraordinary legacy
About The Honorees.
In 2026, we have the privilege of recognizing our founders, Birgitte Nena Thurman and, posthumously, Robert Tenzin Thurman, for their extraordinary lives and enduring legacy. We also honor Michael Douglas for his longtime service as a United Nations Messenger of Peace since 1998 and his steadfast advocacy for peace and nuclear disarmament.