Category Archives: Museums

At The Smithsonian: Views of African American Life * Opens 9/24/16

The National Museum of African American History and Culture will open on September 24, 2016. The museum’s 11 massive galleries display, in total, more than 30,000 priceless artifacts according to its website. Founding director Lonnie G. Bunch, III says, “This … Continue reading

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Fierce Hi Heels at the Brooklyn Museum!

I really thought I was raising whatever back in the day when I graduated from “kitten” or “Cuban” heels to a 2 incher. Of course, seeing women prancing around on sky high stilettos today has put me in my place. … Continue reading

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Gordon Parks at the Schomburg

I love the Schomburg, it always has something going on. Currently, it celebrates one of our most famous photographers and film makers with Gordon Parks: 100 Moments This event “…celebrates a photographer who transformed the visual story of America with his … Continue reading

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“Starry” Van Gogh Visit

I was recently able to get to the Museum of Modern Art, NYC and visit one of my favorite paintings again. “Starry Night”, makes me smile, makes me want to get up close. I swear that the swirling stars are … Continue reading

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Cartier – Rocks Galore!

If you like baubles, bangles and beads, (or, you’re just a rock hound) the Legion of Honor Museum in San Francisco will excite you with “Cartier and America”. “Cartier came to fame as the “King of Jewelers” during the Belle … Continue reading

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