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Acton University Lunch And Learn: Mako Fujimura’s ‘The Golden Sea’
Acton University Lunch And Learn: Mako Fujimura’s ‘The Golden Sea’
Jan 14, 2025 7:51 PM

This year, we are offering something new at Acton University: our “Lunch and Learn” series. While registered participants can enjoy these more informal talks at no additional cost, these events are also open to the public. On Wednesday, June 18, Judge Andrew Napolitano will be speaking on “Do We Still Have a Constitution?” and on Friday, June 20, Christian author and musician Andy Crouch will offer“The Common Good in Seven Words.”

Renowned artist and teacher Mako Fujimura will be showing and speaking about the film, “The Golden Sea,” which chronicles his creation of the art piece by the same name. Fujimura will be speaking on Thursday, June 19. Below is a clip to whet your appetite.

To register for any or all of the Acton University Lunch And Learn offerings, visit our registration page.

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