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ICYMI: Highlights from the week of July 12 – July 16, 2021

This is a sampling of approximately 4,980 media clips covering the Smithsonian the week.

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Reopening

The Smithsonian announces an end to timed passes and capacity restrictions at most facilities
The Washington Post – July 16, 2021

Smithsonian to phase out timed-entry passes, extend hours for museums
WJLA.com – July 16, 2021

The best things to do in the D.C. area the week of July 15-21
The Washington Post – July 15, 2021


Jeff Bezos Donation

Jeff Bezos donates $200 million to Air and Space Museum in largest gift to the Smithsonian since its founding
The Washington Post – July 14, 2021

Jeff Bezos Gifts Historic $200 Million to the Smithsonian
Smithsonian Magazine – July 14, 2021

Bezos donates $200M to Smithsonian for Air and Space Museum
Associated Press News – July 14, 2021

Bezos donates $200 million to Smithsonian, the biggest gift in the museum’s history
CNN.com – July 15, 2021

Jeff Bezos Gives $200 Million to Smithsonian Days Before Space Flight
Bloomberg – July 14, 2021


History, Culture, and Education

Smithsonian To Roll Out Community Filmmaking Showcase ‘Futures We Dream’
Variety – July 13, 2021

Judy Garland’s ‘Wizard of Oz’ dress found decades later in college drama department
ABC News – Go.com – July 13, 2021

Curating Black history
Post Reports by the Washington Post – July 12, 2021

Indigenous people are trekking across the US with a 25-foot totem pole. Here’s why
CNN.com – July 11, 2021

Opinion: Blue Suit, Dusted By Insurrection, Goes To Smithsonian
National Public Radio – July 10, 2021


Science and Technology

What we know about the mystery bird death crisis on the East Coast
National Geographic – July 15, 2021

What Virgin Galactic’s milestone flight means for the future of tourists in space
National Geographic – July 12, 2021


Various Subjects

As Part of a $4.5 Billion Oxycontin Settlement, the Sackler Family Has Promised Not to Lend Its Name to Museums for Nine Years
artnet News – July 10, 2021



Posted: 19 July 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.