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The artist Michael Bennett with his work “Pews, 2023.” His work will be featured at the Museum of the African Diaspora in “Liberatory Living: Protective Interiors & Radical Black Joy,” which will be opening during the art week. (via William Stuart via The New York Times)

Black art week in San Francisco Bay Area is in the works for the fall

Tallahassee, FL

Bill Hudson, AP (Associated Press), Several hundred black people ended a state-wide Poor People’s March to the state capital in Tallahassee, Florida, March 4, 1971. Gelatin silver print, wire photograph. 6 15/16 x 9 3/8 in. (17.62 x 23.81 cm). Pomona College Collection, Restricted gift of Michael Mattis and Judy Hochberg in honor of Myrlie Evers-Williams, P2021.13.1112.

The many histories of aerial photography on display at the Benton this fall

SAN FRANCISCO, CA.- Haines presents Deborah Butterfield: New Sculpture, the gallery's debut exhibition with the celebrated American artist. The exhibition features a selection of Butterfield's signature equine sculptures, constructed from wood and cast in bronze, and marks her first solo showing in San Francisco in more than a decade. The...

Haines announces an exhibition of works by Deborah Butterfield

New Jersey State

STOCKHOLM.- Andrehn Schiptjenko announces Martín Soto Climént’s new solo exhibition, The Heart of Heaven / Blushing Paintings, opening on Thursday, August 22nd, between 17:00 - 20:00 in the presence of the artist. The blushing paintings are Martín Soto Climént’s first, new series of work to be initiated...

Martín Soto Climént presents a new series of works at Andrehn Schiptjenko

SAN FRANCISCO, CA.- In two solo exhibitions and one collaborative piece, two artists with very different practices - Uruguayan post-minimalist, Marco Maggi, and Bay Area tech pioneer, Jim Campbell - explore perception and how a viewer's perspective informs their interpretation of an artwork or experience. One artist's primary tools are paper, an X-ACTO knife and graphite, while the other works with circuit boards and LEDs. For both, however, time is a principal component.

Hosfelt Gallery announces "Jim Campbell and Marco Maggi: Almost Indecipherable"

When investigating Civil War-era abandoned settlements, prioritize safety by wearing durable shoes and bringing water. Research the history of the area to appreciate its significance and comprehend the stories behind the ruins. Respect the sites by leaving artifacts untouched to preserve their integrity. By following these tips, you can explore further into the rich history of these deserted communities.

Exploring Civil War Era Deserted Settlements: 3 Tips

For many Americans, European history is something gleaned from textbooks, with its kings and queens, revolutions, and a Renaissance that seems as distant as the concept of a phone with a cord. Yet, Europe is a living museum, a testament to human achievement, resilience, and the occasional folly. If you’re ready to swap your backyard for ancient ruins, grand palaces, and stories that your history teacher somehow omitted, here are 20 European historical sites that justify the jet lag.

20 European Historical Sites Every American Should Visit

Nearly all of the jewels from Dresden’s dramatic Green Vault heist in 2019 will once again be on display in their original location.

Five years after a $124-million museum heist shocked the world, recovered jewels returned home

Miami, FL

MIAMI BEACH, FLA.- The Wolfsonian–FIU presents the various forms of a single device as a way to explore the habits and values of the men who used them. Smoke Signals: Cigar Cutters and Masculine Values, on view April 25 through September 29, is drawn from a recent donation of 361 cigar cutters by Miami collector Richard Kronenberg.

The Wolfsonian-FIU presents 'Smoke Signals: Cigar Cutters and Masculine Values'

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all quotes and commentary from Donna Douglas are from an interview with her conducted by the author.]. Donna Douglas, who died of pancreative cancer at 82 in 2015, was an honest-to-goodness Southern Belle who displayed a natural beauty and talent in her portrayal of the hollering, rope-wearing, whistle-happy, and critter-cuddling Elly May Clampett on the 1960s classic TV hit, The Beverly Hillbillies.

TV's Beloved 'Beverly Hillbillies' Actress Donna Douglas: Nine Years After Her Death

Archangels are fascinating celestial beings found in various religious traditions, including Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. These powerful entities often serve as messengers between the divine and humanity. But what makes them so intriguing? Archangels are believed to possess immense power, wisdom, and a unique role in the spiritual realm. From leading heavenly armies to guiding individuals on their spiritual journeys, their responsibilities are vast and varied. Some of the most well-known archangels include Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael, each with distinct attributes and stories. Whether you're curious about their origins, roles, or significance, these 50 facts will shed light on the mystical world of archangels.

50 Facts About Archangels

In the mid-1970s, Good Timesmade a star of actor/comedian Jimmy 'JJ'/'Dynomite' Walker. However, behind the scenes, the tension between the stars was relatively challenging. According to what Jimmie Walker once relayed, most of the show's cast rarely had any interaction behind the camera. Walker didn't recall having any conversations with actress Esther Rolle, who played his TV mother, Florida Evans, or actor John Amos, who played James Evans, his TV mother.

Actor/Comedian Jimmie "JJ" Walker Behind the Scenes of TV's 'Good Times' in the 1970s

Columbia, SC

Claude Monet (French, 1840-1926). Houses of Parliament, Sunlight Effect (Le Parlement, effet de soleil), 1903. Oil on canvas, 32 x 36 1/4 in. (81.3 x 92.1 cm). Bequest of Grace Underwood Barton, 68.48.1. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum) COLUMBIA, SC.- The Columbia Museum of Art announced French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850...

Major exhibition of French modern art coming this fall to the Columbia Museum of Art

Los Angeles, CA

Former child star Dana Hill died at only 32 years old on July 15, 1996. Like many former child stars, Hill had talent, and a promising life and career that ended all too soon. She was born Dana Lynne Goetz on May 6, 1964, in Los Angeles, California, and she passed with a Hollywood name in Burbank, California.

The Tragic Death of Child Star Dana Hill ('National Lampoon's European Vacation'): 3 Decades Later

Kate Jackson began her acting career as a silent ghost on TV's classic 1960s gothic daytime drama Dark Shadows but remains alive and well years after two horrific battles with breast cancer. Jackson went on to small screen prime-time stardom on police/detective/crime drama/comedies like The Rookies, Charlie's Angels, Scarecrow and Mrs. King, and more. This is her triumphant story.

'Charlie's Angels' Star Kate Jackson Has Courageously Battled and Conquered Cancer Several Times

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 A famous portrait of King Henry VIII, long considered lost, has been found after an art historian spotted it in the background of a photo shared on social media.The painting in question was once part of a famous set of 22 portraits commissioned in the 1590s by tapestry maker Ralph Sheldon. The portrait hung originally in Weston House, Sheldon’s Warwickshire home, but barely a handful of paintings from the collection survive today.Art historian Adam Busiakiewicz, who works as a consultant for famous auction house Sotheby’s, spotted the painting in the background of a picture posted by the Warwickshire Lieutenancy...

Missing portrait of Henry VIII discovered after historian spots it in background of post on X

In his fifth album, beloved musician Jim Andralis navigates through love, loss, and the ethereal connections between the living and the departed in his latest collection, entitled “Ghosts.”. Andralis is a highly acclaimed musician known for exploring the depths of the human experience and delivering solace through his music....

Jim Andralis Makes Haunting Discovery With New Album “Ghosts”

SAN JUAN, PR.- The Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico (MAPR) announced the opening of the panoramic exhibition Relator con Amargura, by Puerto Rican artist José Lerma. The exhibition, which consists of more than 60 works of various formats, techniques and stylistic stages, is presented at the Helen Ann French Gallery and the Bertita and Guillermo L. Martínez Gallery.

Puerto Rican artist José Lerma presents "Relator con Amargura," his first panoramic exhibition on the island

This season’s noteworthy offerings feature time loops, psychoactive booze, the Big Bang, and a hermit on a mission from God. The Absinthe Forger: A True Story of Deception, Betrayal, and the World’s Most Dangerous Spirit. Evan Rail. Melville House, Oct. 15 ($32, ISBN 978-1-68589-154-1) After absinthe was banned...

20 Indie Books to Read for Fall 2024

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Hirschl & Adler will open an exhibition of works by David Ligare this fall

David Ligare, Landscape with an Owl (ATHENE NOCTUA) (Owl of Athena), 2024. Oil on canvas, 40 x 50 in. NEW YORK, NY.- David Ligare’s commitment to...

Hirschl & Adler will open an exhibition of works by David Ligare this fall

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