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Minneapolis Division of the FBI image of a pair of ruby slippers featured in the classic 1939 film The Wizard of Oz

Arts Dec 08

Stolen and recovered ruby slippers from ‘The Wizard of Oz’ fetch $28 million at auction

By Steve Karnowski, Hannah Fingerhut, Associated Press

Arts Nov 15

Minneapolis Division of the FBI image of a pair of ruby slippers featured in the classic 1939 film The Wizard of Oz
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‘Wizard of Oz’ ruby slippers once stolen in museum heist now up for auction

If you’ve ever wanted to own a piece of Hollywood history, now’s your chance. A pair of Dorothy's ruby slippers are up for auction and just like Dorothy, this pair of shoes has been on its own long and very…

By Megan Thompson

Nation Jul 16

The Wizard Of Oz
5 Stories: Manicures with microchips, Dorothy’s dress finds its way home and other stories you missed

A giant panda comeback, microchip manicures and Judy Garland’s “Wizard of Oz” isn’t in Kansas anymore. Check out these stories and others you might have missed on this week's episode of 5 Stories.

By Deema Zein, Julia Griffin

Arts Feb 09

‘Wizard of Oz’ remake planned with HBO’s ‘Watchmen’ director

Baum's 1900 novel, now in the public domain, has spawned many adaptations over the years — most famously, of course, the 1939 MGM musical by Victor Fleming and starring Judy Garland.

By Jake Coyle, Associated Press

Arts Sep 27

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Judy Garland’s triumph and tragedy, portrayed by Renee Zellweger

A new film tells the magic and tragic story of Hollywood darling Judy Garland. Directed by Rupert Goold and starring Renee Zellweger in a comeback performance, “Judy” follows the legendary entertainer in the final year of a life that saw…

By Jeffrey Brown

Oct 19

How the Smithsonian helped the FBI in the case of stolen ruby slippers

By Julia Griffin

Conservators put the FBI’s slippers through a battery of scientific tests. Their conclusion? These weren’t just any pair of heels.

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