Jun
24
The gun that won’t exist until 2419
It’s prettier than Capt. Kirk’s Phaser, more refined than Han Solo’s E-11 Blaster and cooler than whatever Buzz Lightyear uses… Continue reading The gun that won’t exist until 2419
Jun
24
From Russia with love
Summer is upon us and everyone wants to share their vacation photos. Jan Augustine has some particularly good ones. Continue reading From Russia with love
Jun
23
Buddha 2.0: Echoes of the Past
Do not miss this astonishing recreation of the ancient Buddhist cave temples of Xiangtangshan on display at the Sackler through July 31. Continue reading Buddha 2.0: Echoes of the Past
Jun
22
Ice Age artwork is a mammoth discovery
Scientists have uncovered the oldest and only known drawing of a mastodon in the Americas. Continue reading Ice Age artwork is a mammoth discovery
Jun
22
Cute little bustard!
The Zoo has reached a milestone with the hatching of its 50th kori bustard chick since 1977. Continue reading Cute little bustard!
Jun
21
Calder’s Portraits: A new language
Alexander Calder’s uncanny ability to use bent wire to create portraits of his friends is on display at the Portrait Gallery. Continue reading Calder’s Portraits: A new language
Jun
20
Personal reflections on race, racism and anthropology
In this thoughtful essay, Johnnetta Betsch Cole explains that there is only a single human race that encompasses us in all our diversity. Continue reading Personal reflections on race, racism and anthropology
Jun
16
Backyard garden proves a haven for catbird research
Nature can still be “red in tooth and claw” even in a serene suburban backyard. Continue reading Backyard garden proves a haven for catbird research
Jun
16
Halito Okla Homma!
Join the people of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma for a four-day celebration at the American Indian Museum. Continue reading Halito Okla Homma!
Jun
15
The amazing ceiling of Baird Auditorium
A free lecture and book-signing Saturday, June 18 will showcase one of the greatest American architects you’ve never heard of. Continue reading The amazing ceiling of Baird Auditorium
