Tag: museums
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Media Monitor: Smithsonian Secretary defends museum against White House report
The Washington Post is reporting that Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie G. Bunch III defended the National Museum of American History against a White House report accusing it of "extreme political activism."
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"Raphael: Sublime Poetry" Becomes The Met's Most Attended Exhibition Since 2018
The Met's 'Raphael: Sublime Poetry' exhibition captivated over 562,000 visitors, becoming the museum's most attended show since 2018. This landmark display of Raphael's genius averaged 6,800 daily visitors, highlighting its significant cultural impact.
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Media Monitor: White House report criticizes Smithsonian museum
The Washington Post is reporting that a 162-page White House report accuses the National Museum of American History of "extreme political activism" and eroding national heritage, escalating President Trump's criticism of Smithsonian institutions.
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Library of Congress Joins International AI Heritage Group
The Library of Congress is a founding member of AI4LAM, an international organization exploring responsible AI use in cultural heritage. They aim to develop ethical standards and will co-host the "Fantastic Futures 2026" conference.
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Met Museum's "Raphael: Sublime Poetry" Exhibition Nears Record-Breaking Close
The Met's "Raphael: Sublime Poetry" exhibition, featuring 237 works, closes June 28, 2026. It has attracted over 460,000 visitors, averaging 6,500 daily, making it the museum's most attended show since 2018.
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Met Museum to Host "Orientalism: Between Fact and Fantasy" Exhibition
The Metropolitan Museum of Art will present "Orientalism: Between Fact and Fantasy" at its Fifth Avenue location from June 2026 to February 2027. A press preview, including a curator-led tour, is scheduled for June 11.
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Met Museum Announces "Musical Bodies" Exhibition and Press Preview
The Met Fifth Avenue will host a press preview for its new "Musical Bodies" exhibition on June 1, 2026. The exhibition, exploring music and the human form, opens to the public on June 7 and runs until September 27, 2026.
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The Met to Unveil 'Musical Bodies' Exhibition in June
The Metropolitan Museum of Art will host a press preview on June 1 for its upcoming 'Musical Bodies' exhibition. The new display, opening June 7 and running through September 27, 2026, explores the intricate relationship between music and the human…
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Media Monitor: National Portrait Gallery Exhibit Counters Trump Administration with Facts
The Washington Post reports that critic Philip Kennicott says the National Portrait Gallery's 'America's Presidents' exhibit curators are using facts to counter the Trump administration. The exhibit is described as the Smithsonian's most contested.
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The Met and Neue Galerie Announce Landmark Merger and Major Donations
The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Ronald S. Lauder Neue Galerie will merge in 2028, bringing a premier collection of 20th-century Austrian and German art to The Met, supported by substantial donations from Ronald S. Lauder and Aerin Lauder Zinterhofer.
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Met Exhibition to Explore 19th-Century Notions of “the East” in Art
The Met's new exhibition, 'Orientalism: Between Fact and Fantasy,' opens June 2026, exploring 19th-century artistic and cultural exchanges between Europe and the Middle East. It features 180 objects, challenging traditional views and highlighting figures like Osman Hamdi Bey.
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The Metropolitan Museum of Art to Host Free 'Teens Take The Met!' Event on May 15
The Metropolitan Museum of Art is welcoming New York City youth for its annual "Teens Take The Met!" event on May 15. The free evening features over 75 activities, performances, and workshops hosted alongside 60 local community partners.
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Media Monitor: White House Announces Review of Smithsonian Museums
The Washington Post reports the White House will launch a review of Smithsonian exhibitions, collections, and operations ahead of America’s 250th-birthday. The review will start with eight museums.
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Media Monitor: Smithsonian to restore Trump to impeachment exhibit
The Washington Post reports that the Smithsonian will restore information about President Donald Trump’s two impeachments to an exhibit in the National Museum of American History in the coming weeks.
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