Musicians and scholars hear familiar rhythms in the roots of the quintessential American art form, inspiring discussion and performances at the museum.
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MUSEUM: Fellowship focuses on conservation
Anne Gunnison’s Mellon Foundation project is to protect the plastic materials in a colorful mobile by Dunne-za Nation artist Brian Jungen.
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The Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian asks supporters to host a potluck in honor of its 20th anniversary.
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Macklin Becenti, 19, of Pine Springs, Ariz., credits his skill at portraits to his family’s mastery of traditional arts.
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