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ICYMI: Highlights from the week of January 3 – 7, 2022

This is a sampling of approximately 2,620 media clips covering the Smithsonian this week.

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Art and Design

Why the Smithsonian is changing its approach to collecting, starting with the removal of looted Benin treasures
The Washington Post – January 5, 2022

Why Is Murano Glass So Special (and Expensive)? Experts Give Us 8 Reasons
artnet News – January 5, 2022

Community, connection and activism at the National Museum of African Art
Blooloop – January 5, 2022

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COVID-19 CLOSURES

Smithsonian reduces hours at zoo and most museums because of covid-related staff shortages
The Washington Post – January 3, 2022

A Major Pandemic Spike Is Forcing Museums to Close—Again. But This Time, It’s Because Staffers Are Out Sick
artnet News – January 4, 2022

Smithsonian Announces Modified Schedule for Museums, Zoo Due to COVID
NBC Washington – January 4, 2022

Jan. 6, 2021

The debris of Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol now belongs to history
The Washington Post – January 5, 2022

Jan. 6 artifacts collected at American History Museum point to organization, planning and violence
ABC News – January 5, 2022

Smithsonian Unveils Artifacts from Jan. 6
NBC4 Washington – January 5, 2022

One Year Later: Documenting the Attack on the U.S. Capitol
Government Executive – January 5, 2022

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Science and Technology

Researchers: Coastal Marine Life Found Living on Ocean Waste
VOA – January 5, 2022

Scientists baffled by mysterious dusty object orbiting a star
CNET – January 4, 2022

In 2022, the new space race will get more heated, crowded and dangerous
CNET – January 2, 2022

Secretary Bunch

In 2022, the new space race will get more heated, crowded and dangerous
CNET – January 2, 2022

Weather Closures

National Zoo, Smithsonian museums closed Friday for snow
WUSA-TV – January 7, 2022

Smithsonian National Zoo animals enjoy the snow day
WUSA-TV – January 4, 2022

D.C.’s First Snow of 2022 Closes Schools, Government Buildings, COVID-19 Testing Sites
DCist – January 3, 2022

Various Subjects

Smithsonian Leaders and Union Representatives Disagree Over Museum Openings
Government Executive – January 6, 2022

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Posted: 10 January 2022
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.