National Museum of African American History and Culture Breaks Ground

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The Smithsonian broke ground for its 19th museum, the National Museum of African American History and Culture on Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2012 in an invitation-only ceremony on the National Mall. President Barack Obama spoke at the ceremony. Other honored guests included First Lady Michelle Obama, former First Lady Laura Bush, Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.) and Gov. Sam Brownback (R-Kan.). The ceremony took place on the museum’s five-acre site adjacent to the Washington Monument at 14th Street and ... Read More

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Getty Museum Presents Narrative Interventions in Photography

November 6, 2011 – 10:44 amNo Comment

The Getty Museum presents Narrative Interventions in Photography on view through March 11, 2012 at the Getty Center.


Eileen Cowin (American, born 1947), I See What You’re Saying [left], negative 2002; print 2005. Inkjet print. Image: 91.4 x 116.8 cm (36 x 46 in.). 2010.53.1© Eileen Cowin. The J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, Gift of the artist.

Combining text and photography, contemporary artists Carrie Mae Weems, Eileen Cowin, and Simryn Gill each explore the notion of a narrative within their work.

Admission to the Getty Center is FREE. No tickets or reservations are required for general admission. For visitor information, see information on planning a visit or call (310) 440-7300. All events are free, unless otherwise noted. Reservations are required. – www.getty.edu

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