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The Smithsonian Looks at How the Slave Trade Shaped the World

The exhibition 'In Slavery's Wake' personalizes the trans-Atlantic slave trade, emphasizing individual stories through artifacts that reveal the human cost of this migration.
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Reclaiming Heritage: The Global Push for Repatriation of Looted Artifacts - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Iraq's new museum galleries showcase repatriated artifacts, marking a significant success in global efforts to return looted cultural heritage.

University of Michigan sends Buddha statue back to Nepal

The University of Michigan Museum of Art is repatriating a ninth-century Buddha statue to Nepal after discovering it was taken unlawfully.

Dahomey': Mati Diop's New Documentary on the Painful Legacy of Looted Artifacts

Mati Diop's documentary explores the repatriation of looted artifacts from France to Benin, emphasizing the significance for the Beninese people.

Reclaiming Heritage: The Global Push for Repatriation of Looted Artifacts - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Iraq's new museum galleries showcase repatriated artifacts, marking a significant success in global efforts to return looted cultural heritage.

University of Michigan sends Buddha statue back to Nepal

The University of Michigan Museum of Art is repatriating a ninth-century Buddha statue to Nepal after discovering it was taken unlawfully.

Dahomey': Mati Diop's New Documentary on the Painful Legacy of Looted Artifacts

Mati Diop's documentary explores the repatriation of looted artifacts from France to Benin, emphasizing the significance for the Beninese people.
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Check Out the Cool New Additions to the Smithsonian's "Entertainment Nation" Exhibit - Washingtonian

The National Museum of American History will introduce new pop culture artifacts in its "Entertainment Nation" exhibit in February 2025.

The Mordant Intimacy of Cecile Desprairies's "The Propagandist"

The exploration of historical artifacts raises questions about provenance and the legacies of family histories tied to complicity in past injustices.

Manifesting Black history in 3D - Harvard Gazette

Wendel White's project highlights Black history through artifacts, showcasing both renowned figures and everyday items that represent African American experiences.
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11 Weirdest Things People Have Found During Home Renovations

Renovations often reveal surprising and historical artifacts that tell stories about previous inhabitants and their lifestyles.

20 Best Ways to Style Your Home Using Vases - Yanko Design

Vases add style and versatility to home décor, perfect for focal points or filling empty spaces.

11 Weirdest Things People Have Found During Home Renovations

Renovations often reveal surprising and historical artifacts that tell stories about previous inhabitants and their lifestyles.

20 Best Ways to Style Your Home Using Vases - Yanko Design

Vases add style and versatility to home décor, perfect for focal points or filling empty spaces.
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The Casting Of Frank Stone - All Artifact Locations

The Casting of Frank Stone features 30 collectibles, enhancing storytelling and lore through unique artifacts.
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Titanic research dive reveals discovery, decay and new photos

New technology enhances exploration of the Titanic wreck site, revealing more insights and artifacts after 14 years since the last mission.

New Photos From Titanic Show Long-Lost Statue and Damaged Bow

The Titanic expedition located the lost bronze statue of Diana, emphasizing the conflict between salvage operations and preservation of the historical site.

Titanic research dive reveals discovery, decay and new photos

New technology enhances exploration of the Titanic wreck site, revealing more insights and artifacts after 14 years since the last mission.

New Photos From Titanic Show Long-Lost Statue and Damaged Bow

The Titanic expedition located the lost bronze statue of Diana, emphasizing the conflict between salvage operations and preservation of the historical site.
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After Years of Searching, Cambodia Celebrates the Return of Its Gods'

Cambodia has successfully repatriated over 200 stolen cultural artifacts since 2012, emphasizing the importance of preserving national heritage.

Black Myth: Wukong - Mythical Wukong Armor And Jingubang Staff Guide

Players must collect specific artifacts to progress in Black Myth: Wukong, including the mythical Wukong armor and Jingubang.
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Jala Wahid confronts the colonial legacy of the British Museum in London exhibition

Jala Wahid explores the legacy of museums in the West by creating contemporary art inspired by artefacts from former colonies.

Pants, moustaches and bird livers among missing museum artefacts

Over 1,700 items are missing from museums in England, including a drawing of Queen Victoria and an aircraft navigational system.
The National Portrait Gallery has 45 'not located' items, but insists they are not missing or stolen.

Jala Wahid confronts the colonial legacy of the British Museum in London exhibition

Jala Wahid explores the legacy of museums in the West by creating contemporary art inspired by artefacts from former colonies.

Pants, moustaches and bird livers among missing museum artefacts

Over 1,700 items are missing from museums in England, including a drawing of Queen Victoria and an aircraft navigational system.
The National Portrait Gallery has 45 'not located' items, but insists they are not missing or stolen.
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This London museum is spending 100,000 to make its exhibitions more diverse

London museums and exhibitions are addressing inclusion and diversity issues related to their colonial past.

Texas Music Museum seeks city assistance in finding new home - Austin Monitor

The Texas Music Museum in East Austin is in need of a larger, climate-controlled space to showcase its artifacts and history.

The nostalgic London exhibition celebrating 100 years of Disney

The Disney 100 Exhibition at the ExCel Centre in East London offers a deep dive into Disney's 100-year history with 250 rare artifacts and 11 themed rooms.

A 17th-Century Nun's Feminist Manifesto

Gisela Salim-Peyer finds Mexico City's culture unique and authentic.
The National Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City is a must-visit according to Gisela.

This Exhibit Invites You to Become Familiar With Perception

Rituals can significantly impact human experience.
Artifacts in the collection prompt contemplation and reflection.

Hawked Comes To PS5 And Xbox Series X|S This Week

Hawked, a shooter game, is launching on consoles on February 15 as a free game.
The game features teams racing to collect and extract Artifacts, fighting against other players and computer-controlled monsters.

eames institute offers insights into the duo's legacy at new bay area headquarters

The Eames Institute is opening its new gallery and collection space in Richmond, California, allowing the public to explore the extensive collection of Ray and Charles Eames.
The venue will display over 40,000 artifacts including furniture designs, prototypes, products, tools, and personal belongings of the Eameses, offering visitors the opportunity to delve into their lives and design process.
This opening marks a pivotal moment for the Eames Institute, enhancing its ability to share the enduring impact of the Eameses with the public.
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British Museum told to keep better records after theft of 1,500 items

The British Museum must keep a comprehensive register of all items in its collections after the theft of up to 1,500 objects over recent years.
The museum is already taking steps to address the issue, including identifying unregistered or inadequately registered objects and completing documentation and digitization of the entire collection within five years.

Ex-staff member accused of British Museum thefts 'not talking or co-operating'

A former British Museum staff member is not cooperating with recovery efforts after being accused of stealing artifacts.
Of the 2,000 items, 1,500 are missing or stolen, with portions of 350 items removed and 140 items damaged by tool marks.

British Museum told to keep better records after theft of 1,500 items

The British Museum must keep a comprehensive register of all items in its collections after the theft of up to 1,500 objects over recent years.
The museum is already taking steps to address the issue, including identifying unregistered or inadequately registered objects and completing documentation and digitization of the entire collection within five years.

Ex-staff member accused of British Museum thefts 'not talking or co-operating'

A former British Museum staff member is not cooperating with recovery efforts after being accused of stealing artifacts.
Of the 2,000 items, 1,500 are missing or stolen, with portions of 350 items removed and 140 items damaged by tool marks.
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from Mail Online
5 months ago

New discoveries about long-lost Native American tribe unearthed

The Cahokia tribe mysteriously disappeared leaving artifacts that hint at their culture and potential downfall.
from Fast Company
6 months ago

Anthropic reveals new state-of-the-art AI with new Claude 3.5 Sonnet

Anthropic releases state-of-the-art LLM, Claude 3.5 Sonnet, surpassing industry models in various tests with improved writing skills.
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