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Black Europeans, African Americans, and 20th Century HistoriesWritten by NCSML intern Laura Hayes In the Introduction to his famous anthology of poetry and essays titled The New Negro: An Interpretation, Alain Locke…

Artists as Activists spotlight: Ai WeiweiWritten and illustrated by NCSML intern Melina Testin “Creativity is the power to reject the past, to change the status quo, and to seek new potential ……

Artists as Activists spotlight: Emily JacirWritten and illustrated by NCSML intern Melina Testin “If I could do anything for you, anywhere in Palestine, what would it be?” – Emily Jacir Emily Jacir…

Artists as Activists spotlight: Hong HaoWritten and illustrated by NCSML intern Melina Testin “I believe [my art] will stimulate a desire of self-reflection from us, and an attitude to question the logic…

Artists as Activists spotlight: Tania BrugueraWritten and illustrated by NCSML intern Melina Testin “Art is useful. Through art we can start building a world that works differently.” -Tania Bruguera Tania Bruguera is…

Artists as Activists spotlight: David ČernýWritten and illustrated by NCSML intern Melina Testin “… I am unable to see things the way other people do.” – David Černý David Černý is a…

Inspired by the NCSML CollectionRecently, The Getty Museum in Los Angeles challenged art fans to post photos of themselves recreating their favorite works of art from the safety of their homes. Visitor &…

5 ways YOU can help NCSML on #GivingTuesdayNowDear Friends of the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library, It is quiet at the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library. We aren’t…