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ICYMI: Highlights from the week that was May 24 – 28, 2021

This is a sampling of approximately 1,840 media clips covering the Smithsonian this week.

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Reopening

Final phase of Smithsonian reopening begins in June, including popular Natural History Museum
Washington Post – May 26, 2021

Smithsonian to reopen all museums this summer
The Hill – May 26, 2021

Smithsonian reopening 10 museums with an adjusted schedule starting this summer
WJLA.com – May 26, 2021

All Smithsonian Museums to Reopen by End of Summer
NBC Washington – May 26, 2021

How to Bring a Museum Back to Life
The Washington Post – May 26, 2021

First peek of new panda at National Zoo
USA Today – May 22, 2021

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Art and Design

Hirshhorn Hosts Panel of Experts to Hash Out the Brave New World of Non-Fungible Tokens
Smithsonian Magazine – May 26, 2021

Biden Just Purged The Arts Commission That Advises Congress On Public Architecture
National Public Radio – May 25, 2021

History, Culture, and Education

The devastation of the Tulsa Race Massacre
The Washington Post – May 28, 2021

Race in America: History Matters with Mary Elliott and Paul Gardullo
The Washington Post – May 27, 2021

Kevin Young on the Intersection of Poetry, Museum Curation, and Hip Hop
Literary Hub – May 28, 2021

Remembering George Floyd and the Movement He Sparked
Smithsonian Magazine – May 25, 2021

Greenwood, 1921: One of the worst race massacres in American history
CBS News – May 23, 2021

Science and Technology

What happens when cicadas erupt en masse right into the National Zoo?
National Geographic – May 26, 2021

Billions of cicadas blanket the Washington region. The Smithsonian is looking for a perfect few hundred.
The Washington Post – May 25, 2021

Scientist tunes in to katydids at Smithsonian site in Panamanian rainforest
The Washington Post – May 24, 2021

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Posted: 28 May 2021
About the Author:

Madeleine “Maddie” Weyand-Geise recently joined OPA as the public affairs assistant, though she’s yet to step foot into the Castle as an employee. After starting work mid-pandemic, Maddie can’t wait for coworkers other than her aloe plant. Maddie comes to OPA with a background working in communications for local arts organizations and higher education. With degrees in art history and public relations, Maddie sees the Smithsonian as the perfect workplace to combine her passions for art, public access and education.