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Perfect match: Technology, newspaper article, luck solve mystery of remains
Knoxville News SentinelNow that Knox County authorities have determined the identity of a man whose remains were found in 1982 they can get on with finding who executed him with a bullet to the head. Since Jan. 12, 1982, authorities have wondered whose skeletal remains were...Tags: Murder
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Smithsonian Institution to temporarily close some art galleries
Because of budget cuts mandated by the federal sequestration, the Smithsonian Institution will begin closing galleries in some art museums to the public. Smithsonian Secretary Wayne Clough said Tuesday in a news release that the temporary closings would...
Tags: Arts and Culture, Arts
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Smithsonian joins ultra-fast broadband network for universities to expand in online education
Associated PressWASHINGTON (AP) — The Smithsonian Institution is joining an ultra-fast broadband network built for universities to bring the world's largest museum and research complex closer to higher education. Officials say the Smithsonian's partnership...Tags: Colleges and Universities, Arts and Culture, Museums, Education
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Stockton band to play Kennedy Center tonight
The Record, Stockton, Calif.After lots of persistent hints, musicians from Stockton and San Joaquin County are right where they wanted to be tonight: Performing at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. "They've been bugging me for the last two years to go," said Art Holton, San...Tags: Unrest, Conflicts and War, Mardi Gras, Trips and Vacations, Vietnam War (1955-1975), Wars and Interventions
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Steve Berry tells of thrill of being history-mysteries author
If only you had a history teacher like Steve Berry. The history texts of this New York Times best-selling author aren't just filled with dates and faceless names — they're packed with danger and intrigue. Thriller fans have followed Berry's main...
Tags: Arts and Culture, Authors, Human Interest, Orlando Science Center, Barnum Museum
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Civil War Anniversary Commemorated at Harford Libraries
To commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg and the American Civil War, Harford County Public Library is hosting Civil War 150, a series of events including visits from bestselling authors of books about the Civil War, book discussion...Tags: Unrest, Conflicts and War, Libraries, Wars and Interventions, Authors, Entertainment
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Veterinarian, comedian Kevin Fitzgerald to speak in Tulsa
Tulsa WorldKevin Fitzgerald isn't your average veterinarian. He taught at the University of Hawaii, worked security for musical acts like Willie Nelson and the Rolling Stones during summers and loved animals. But he never thought about a career in veterinary...Tags: Environmental Issues, People (magazine), Endangered Species, Students, Entertainment
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Ellendale event looks at history of aprons
Those who visit the Ellendale Opera House Sunday will have a chance to learn the history of aprons, see a style show and enjoy ice cream. “Fit to be Tied” is the title of Lana Schaunaman’s presentation, which will feature a variety...Tags: Arts and Culture, Arts
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City announces affiliation with Smithsonian Institution
Austin American-StatesmanA veritable fairy godmother of priceless historical artifacts will soon be waving a magic wand in Austin's direction. The city's Parks and Recreation Department announced on Friday that it has become a member of the Smithsonian Institution's...Tags: Arts and Culture, Cultural Development, Culture
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Cooking event moved to Sunday
A cooking demonstration originally planned for Feb. 10 in Ellendale, N.D., has been rescheduled for Sunday. Four local women will present the demonstration, called “Let's Dish: Cooking from the Heart.” It runs from 2 to 4 p.m. at the... -
Magazine ranks Petoskey among top small towns to visit
PETOSKEY — Petoskey’s cultural offerings recently helped the community secure a spot on a list of top U.S. small towns to visit. Smithsonian Magazine profiled Petoskey in its April issue as part of “The 20 Best Small Towns to Visit in...
Tags: Artists, Arts and Culture, Arts, Newspaper and Magazine, Ernest Hemingway
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Early Southern painting explored in landmark Colonial Williamsburg exhibit
For as long as art historians have been writing about painting in the early South, it's been common to think of the region's artists as relatively independent and even isolated figures. Many show up in the records as episodic visitors from Europe or...
Tags: Artists, Arts and Culture, Arts, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Colonial Williamsburg
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