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ICYMI: Highlights from the week of Nov. 29 – Dec. 3, 2021

This is a sampling of approximately 2,530 media clips covering the Smithsonian this week.

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Art and Design

Redesigned Hirshhorn Sculpture Garden is finally approved
The Washington Post – December 3, 2021

Reddymade
Architectural Digest – December 3, 2021

Artist Toyin Ojih Odutola Bring Us Closer to Truth
Washington City Paper – December 2, 2021

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History, Culture, and Education

In D.C.’s Anacostia, the past abounds alongside advocacy for its future
The Washington Post – December 1, 2021

Watch CBS Mornings: Smithsonian celebrates Hip Hop History Month
CBS Mornings – November 29, 2021

Smithsonian African American museum content now available online
TheGrio – November 27, 2021

National Museum of the American Latino

A Behind-the-Scenes Look at the New National Museum of the American Latino
Smithsonian Magazine – December 1, 2021

Science and Technology

The Great Pacific Garbage Patch is being colonised by animals and plants
BBC Focus Magazine – December 2, 2021

Coastal species form new communities on floating debris
Earth.com – December 2, 2021

Rare binary star, spotted for the first time, answers a long-standing question
CNET – December 1, 2021

A giant panda is big and black and white. Surprisingly, it can hide in plain sight.
The Washington Post – November 30, 2021

Scientists discover monster marine reptile fossil with ‘arsenal of teeth’
CNET – November 29, 2021

New Smithsonian exhibit features first ‘genderless voice assistant’
Fox News Channel – November 27, 2021

Various Subjects

A rare piece of plundered art sits in the Denver Art Museum. Should the museum give it back?
The Denver Post – November 28, 2021

For the MFA, Benin Bronzes are a troubling gift
The Boston Globe – November 27, 2021

Letters to the Editor: Human interest at the zoo
The Washington Post – November 26, 2021

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Posted: 3 December 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.