Museum of the Bible
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and conversations on racial equality in America, Museum of the Bible has launched a new museum theme: “Bible and Healing.” This theme explores how Scripture has influenced both...
by Nicole Ackman · Published August 21, 2020 · Last modified February 24, 2021
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and conversations on racial equality in America, Museum of the Bible has launched a new museum theme: “Bible and Healing.” This theme explores how Scripture has influenced both...
by Nicole Ackman · Published August 20, 2020 · Last modified February 24, 2021
Throughout DeSoto County’s history, doctors, nurses, relief workers and a network of civic organizations have stepped up to support the community, state, nation and world through epidemics, world wars and natural disasters such as...
by Nicole Ackman · Published August 20, 2020 · Last modified February 24, 2021
At the entrance, a mannequin is dressed in a delicate white dress and matching hat. A bright yellow sash hangs across her chest with three words printed across it — “Votes for Women.” Almost...
by Nicole Ackman · Published August 20, 2020 · Last modified February 24, 2021
After five months of closure, the Currier Museum of Art in Manchester reopens its doors to the public today with a bold juxtaposition of exhibits. It’s a striking mix that includes a pair of...
by Nicole Ackman · Published August 18, 2020 · Last modified February 24, 2021
In Manhattan’s Harlem neighborhood, two new collaborative murals for the Sugar Hill Children’s Museum of Art & Storytelling were unveiled this weekend. The monumental works by nine New York artists are symbols of protest...
by Nicole Ackman · Published August 18, 2020 · Last modified February 24, 2021
As our country and our world continue to grapple with issues of race and inequality, the world’s museums are joining together to speak out and stand up for social justice. During these turbulent times,...
by Nicole Ackman · Published August 17, 2020 · Last modified February 24, 2021
Old Salem Museums & Gardens and the Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts (MESDA) have been accepted as one of the newest members of the highly respected International Coalition of Sites of Conscience. Founded...
by Nicole Ackman · Published August 16, 2020 · Last modified February 24, 2021
The exhibit “Politics & Religion” continues through Oct. 2 at the Midwest Museum of American Art, 429 S. Main St. The museum’s director, Brian Byrn, has spent three years curating the exhibit, which features...
by Nicole Ackman · Published August 15, 2020 · Last modified February 24, 2021
The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum is restricted to 25% capacity during the COVID-19 pandemic, so museum president Bob Kendrick will see 300 visitors, at most, on any given day. “I’m just happy to get...
by Nicole Ackman · Published August 13, 2020 · Last modified February 24, 2021
The Baseball Heritage Museum is holding a virtual discussion about the history, impact and the Cleveland Indians name. The group will also talk about the 100th anniversary of the Negro National League. The event...
by Nicole Ackman · Published August 10, 2020 · Last modified February 24, 2021
In celebration of the ratification of the 19th amendment, “House to House: Women, Politics, and Place” examines two ideas: the domestic space women have dominated, and the public, political space where their voices are...
by Nicole Ackman · Published August 10, 2020 · Last modified February 24, 2021
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, a lot of people are still facing lockdowns and quarantine, forced to stay inside and keep themselves busy with video games or other forms of media entertainment. Luckily,...
by Nicole Ackman · Published August 9, 2020 · Last modified February 24, 2021
For several years, the Great Plains Black History Museum in Omaha has highlighted the enduring impact baseball players of color had on the game itself — at a local level, and across the world....
by Nicole Ackman · Published August 7, 2020 · Last modified February 24, 2021
The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force adds a new exhibit called “Flying the President.” The exhibit features memorabilia flown aboard Air Force One from the FDR to Trump administrations and tells the...
by Nicole Ackman · Published August 7, 2020 · Last modified February 24, 2021
It will still be a couple of years before passengers can cruise in one of Ford Motor Co.’s planned self-driving vehicles. But in the meantime, they can get a taste of the experience at...
by Nicole Ackman · Published August 7, 2020 · Last modified February 24, 2021
Dorothea Lange documented American life through nuanced photographs that highlighted the major social issues of the 20th century. Next week, you can virtually scroll through hundreds of her works, courtesy of the Oakland Museum...