ICYMI: Highlights from the week that was July 27 – July 31, 2020
No one can keep up with everything, so let us do it for you. We’ll gather the top Smithsonian stories from across the country and around the world each week so you’ll never be at a loss about what’s happening in our world.
The Zoo reopened and the National Museum of the American Latino moved a little closer to reality this week.
This is a sampling of approximately 3,020 media clips covering the Smithsonian.
Art and Design
Museums halt Jon Rafman shows after allegations are made online
The Art Newspaper – July 28, 2020
Hirshhorn Museum Places Major Jon Rafman Show on Hold Amid Allegations of ‘Predatory Behavior’
ARTnews – July 27, 2020
The New York Times – Hirshhorn Suspends Jon Rafman Show After Allegations of Sexual Misconduct
Coronavirus and Reopening
What Does the Smithsonian Look Like in the Post-COVID Era?
Smithsonian.com – July 28, 2020
In Reopening, The Smithsonian Looks To Balance Safety And Disability Access
National Public Radio – July 26, 2020
Museums and historians are navigating how to write the history of Covid-19 when the end isn’t in sight
CNN.com – July 26, 2020
Who was best prepared for the pandemic? Arguably, zoo keepers at the National Zoo
WTOP.com – July 25, 2020
National Zoo reopens for the first time in 19 weeks
CBS News – July 25, 2020
National Zoo in Washington reopens, despite expanded COVID-19 measures
Reuters US News – July 25, 2020
As the Smithsonian starts to reopen, a tiny office takes on a big question: how to keep coronavirus concerns from taking away accessibility?
The Washington Post – July 25, 2020
National Museum of the American Latino
American history erased Latinos. It’s time for the Smithsonian to honor us.
NBCNEWS.com – July 28, 2020
House approves bill to create Latino museum on National Mall
The Washington Post – July 27, 2020
House passes legislation to create Smithsonian Latino museum
The Hill – July 27, 2020
The New York Times – House Votes to Create a National Museum of the American Latino
John Lewis
‘A Dream Come True’:’ Rep. John Lewis’ Fight for the Smithsonian’s Museum of African American History and Culture
CBS This Morning Podcast – July 30, 2020
What John Lewis Taught Me
Politico – July 29, 2020
Memorial Service Honoring John Lewis
CNN.com – Transcripts – July 26, 2020
CBS Special Edition of America Changed Forever: The Life and Legacy of John Lewis
CBS – July 25, 2020
Science and Technology
Study uncovers camouflage traits of ultra-black fish in deep, dark sea
The Washington Post – July 28, 2020
Various Subjects
Smithsonian’s accessibility director works to improve museum experience for everyone
WTOP.com – July 26, 2020
The New York Times – Virtual Encounters With Purring Cheetahs and Curious Penguins
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Posted: 4 August 2020
