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Arts Sep 25

Citizen historians document Smithsonian exhibits under White House scrutiny

By Jeffrey Brown, Maea Lenei Buhre, Mike Fritz, Cali Steffenhagen

Arts Sep 17

speakingout
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Archivist fired by Trump launches a national effort to strengthen democracy

Colleen Shogan made history when she became the first woman to serve as Archivist of the United States in 2023. In February, President Trump fired her with no reason given. On Constitution Day, Shogan launched a national bipartisan effort called…

By Amna Nawaz, Anne Azzi Davenport, Daria Nastasia

Arts Aug 20

FILE PHOTO: Trump escalates attacks against the Smithsonian Institution
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Scholar says Trump’s efforts to reframe U.S. history is ‘reminiscent of McCarthyism’

President Trump described Smithsonian museums as “out of control” for emphasizing, in his view, “how bad slavery was.” It's part of a pattern by Trump in his second term to reframe historical narratives, in particular about racism and discrimination. Amna…

By Amna Nawaz, Simon Epstein, Doug Adams, Ian Couzens, Jenna Bloom

Arts Aug 18

A mural of Woody Guthrie with the title of his most famous song emblazoned across the top guides visitors to the Woody Gut...
Watch 8:26
Newly released tapes reveal intimate reflections by Woody Guthrie

Nearly 60 years after his death, there is a renewed interest in the life and music of American folk icon and social activist Woody Guthrie. Last week, an album of songs and recordings of him talking was released, and Guthrie’s…

By Jeffrey Brown, Simon Epstein, Daria Nastasia

Education Jul 01

RethinkingHistory
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A look at what’s behind the efforts to reshape how American history is taught

In the last decade, at least 20 states have passed laws or policies that restrict how history can be taught in schools. Since taking office, President Trump has pushed further with executive orders that aim to reshape how U.S. history…

By Paul Solman, Mike Fritz

Jun 30

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The power of stories helps young people overcome differences

By Jeffrey Brown, Anne Azzi Davenport

Colum McCann's Narrative 4 organization is bringing the power of story to students in a time of division. The project helps young people around the world share their stories and bridge divides in politics and culture. Senior arts correspondent Jeffrey…

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Jun 10

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Smithsonian board rejects Trump’s attempt to fire top leader

By Jeffrey Brown, Anne Azzi Davenport, Simon Epstein

The Smithsonian’s board of regents issued a statement on Monday declaring that “all personnel decisions are made by and subject to the direction of the secretary, with oversight by the board.” It comes amid President Trump's efforts to fire one…

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Jun 04

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Local arts groups face budget gaps as NEA pulls grants

By Jeffrey Brown, Simon Epstein

On May 3, the National Endowment for the Arts sent emails to hundreds of arts organizations around the country terminating their grants. The abrupt loss of federal support has organizations scrambling to make up for budget shortfalls. Jeffrey Brown reports…

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May 02

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Conservative offers perspective on Trump’s effort to exert authority over history and art

By Jeffrey Brown, Anne Azzi Davenport

President Trump has accused the Smithsonian and other museums of promoting “narratives that portray American and Western values as inherently harmful and oppressive.” Previously, Jeffrey Brown spoke with a historian critical of the president’s moves. Now, he has a different…

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May 01

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Exploring the efforts to control how U.S. history is presented in museums and monuments

By Jeffrey Brown, Simon Epstein

The Trump administration has put its mark on the nation’s cultural sector. One focus is on how American history is told and presented in museums and monuments. That has roiled many in the academic and art worlds. Jeffrey Brown explores…

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