Apr
21

ICYMI: Highlights from the week that was April 12 – 19, 2021

This is a sampling of approximately 1,930 media clips covering the Smithsonian this week.

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Art and Design

Iconic images of Selena by Texas photographer are now in the Smithsonian collection
San Antonio Express-News – April 16, 2021

Yoko Ono’s ‘Wish Tree’ at the Hirshhorn is branching out. This year, your wishes can be virtual.
The Washington Post – April 15, 2021

Hiroshi Sugimoto, Ugo Rondinone, and Other Artists Have Hand-Written Hopes for Yoko Ono’s ‘Wish Tree’—See Their Messages Here
artnet News – April 14, 2021

How an Art Exhibition in Breonna Taylor’s Hometown Honors Her Life and Impact
Smithsonian Magazine – April 14, 2021

Benin Bronzes Aren’t Safer in the West Than They Would Be in Nigeria, Academics Say
ARTnews – April 12, 2021

Detroiter to focus on inclusion as curator of Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery
Click On Detroit – April 11, 2021


History, Culture, and Education

What the Museum of 2020 May Look Like
Curbed – April 16, 2021

During Ramadan, Black history museum features prayer rugs, other Muslim artifacts
Religion News Service – April 14, 2021

Lummi Nation carvers and allies to embark on national tour to D.C., give totem pole to President Biden
The Seattle Times – April 12, 2021

Got your COVID-19 vaccine card? These archivists know how to keep it safe
USA Today – April 9, 2021


Science and Technology

The Women in the Room: Science & Tech
Bloomberg Tv – April 12, 2021

The Sand Octopus Was Hiding in Plain Sight
The Atlantic – April 10, 2021


Secretary Bunch

Honoring the people keeping history alive
ABC – April 16, 2021


Various Subjects

For the Sackler family, a dynasty built on medicine, marketing and pain
The Washington Post – April 8, 2021


Posted: 21 April 2021
About the Author:

Alex di Giovanni is primarily responsible for "other duties as assigned" in the Office of Communications and External Affairs. She has been with the Smithsonian since 2006 and plans to be interred in the Smithson crypt.