Culture of Washington, D.C.

New Website Showcases Before 'Farm to Table' Project Discoveries

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
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"We hope users will find exciting prompts for cooking experiments together with insights into the sometimes familiar, curious, and often overlooked histories of foodstuffs.

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  • "We hope users will find exciting prompts for cooking experiments together with insights into the sometimes familiar, curious, and often overlooked histories of foodstuffs.
  • Other explorations include popular early modern recipes for Humble Pie and Hippocras, a drink made with wine, spices, and milk.
  • Active from fall 2017 through summer 2021, the project was convened at the Folger Institute of the Folger Shakespeare Library.
  • Justine DeCamillis and Jonathan MacDonald served as project coordinators and Julia Fine was affiliated with the project as the Dumbarton Oaks Humanities Fellow.

Breaking: Capitol Hill Baptist Church and Washington, DC Reach Settlement After City Prevented Church from Gathering

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Thursday, July 8, 2021
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All Capitol Hill Baptist Church ever asked is for equal treatment under the law so they could meet together safely as a church, said Hiram Sasser, Executive General Counsel for First Liberty Institute.

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  • All Capitol Hill Baptist Church ever asked is for equal treatment under the law so they could meet together safely as a church, said Hiram Sasser, Executive General Counsel for First Liberty Institute.
  • The church is relieved and grateful that this ordeal is behind them.
  • Capitol Hill Baptist Church (CHBC) in Washington, DC believes that meeting together is what makes a church a church.
  • In the settlement, the District agrees that it will not enforce any current or future restrictions on CHBC gatherings.

Allseated exVo to Power Kennedy Center's Honors Gala Hub

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021
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Kennedy Center to Embrace Virtual Hybrid Event Platform, Allseated exVo to bring Virtual Reality to their Honor's Gala

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  • Kennedy Center to Embrace Virtual Hybrid Event Platform, Allseated exVo to bring Virtual Reality to their Honor's Gala
    SAN FRANCISCO, July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Allseated exVo, the leading 3D virtual hybrid event platform that brings the best of both worlds, virtual events and real-life events, announces a collaboration with the Kennedy Center for its largest annual fundraiser, the Kennedy Center Honors.
  • This collaboration allows the attendees of the Virtual Kennedy Center Honors Hub to network with real-time one click video calls; as well as mimic the look and feel of a real life event in the Kennedy Center's iconic Grand Foyer and Opera House lobbies.
  • As part of the Center's online gala Hub, this virtual experience allows contributors to the virtual gala to tour the building, watch tributes, and interact with others.
  • Sandy Hammer, Co-Founder and CMO of Allseated explained, "We are honored to be participating in such a prestigious event.

Allseated exVo to Power Kennedy Center's Honors Gala Hub

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021
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Kennedy Center to Embrace Virtual Hybrid Event Platform, Allseated exVo to bring Virtual Reality to their Honor's Gala

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  • Kennedy Center to Embrace Virtual Hybrid Event Platform, Allseated exVo to bring Virtual Reality to their Honor's Gala
    SAN FRANCISCO, July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Allseated exVo, the leading 3D virtual hybrid event platform that brings the best of both worlds, virtual events and real-life events, announces a collaboration with the Kennedy Center for its largest annual fundraiser, the Kennedy Center Honors.
  • This collaboration allows the attendees of the Virtual Kennedy Center Honors Hub to network with real-time one click video calls; as well as mimic the look and feel of a real life event in the Kennedy Center's iconic Grand Foyer and Opera House lobbies.
  • As part of the Center's online gala Hub, this virtual experience allows contributors to the virtual gala to tour the building, watch tributes, and interact with others.
  • Sandy Hammer, Co-Founder and CMO of Allseated explained, "We are honored to be participating in such a prestigious event.

Smithsonian Science Education Center, With Support of the World Health Organization, Launches New Vaccine Guide for Youth

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Friday, May 7, 2021
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b'WASHINGTON, May 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of Smithsonian Science for Global Goals ,the Smithsonian Science Education Center, in collaboration with the World Health Organization and the InterAcademy Partnershipa partnership of 140 national academies of science, engineering and medicinehas developed "Vaccines!

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  • b'WASHINGTON, May 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of Smithsonian Science for Global Goals ,the Smithsonian Science Education Center, in collaboration with the World Health Organization and the InterAcademy Partnershipa partnership of 140 national academies of science, engineering and medicinehas developed "Vaccines!
  • "The Smithsonian Science for Global Goals project uses an innovative methodology where children and youth learn by doing and have to discover the answers themselves.
  • "\nThe Smithsonian Science Education Center will host a webinaronMay 13 to support educators\' use of this content.
  • To learn more and register for thiswebinarvisit: https://ssec.si.edu/event/vaccines .\nThe Smithsonian Science Education Center (SSEC) is transforming K-12 Education Through Science in collaboration with communities across the globe.

National Veterans Network Announces #IAmAmerican Social Media Campaign

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Thursday, May 6, 2021
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Their courage and sacrifices led them to become one of the most highly decorated military unit for their size and length of service.

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  • Their courage and sacrifices led them to become one of the most highly decorated military unit for their size and length of service.
  • "They were American World War II soldiers of Japanese ancestry, and it is so important and extremely relevant today to share their narratives.
  • In 2012, the organization partnered with the National Museum of American History and the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service for a seven-city tour to promote recognition of the Japanese American experience.
  • In 2020, the NVN in collaboration with the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center, developed elementary and middle school curriculum.

National Air and Space Museum Receives $10 Million Gift From Kislak Family Foundation

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Wednesday, February 24, 2021
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum has received $10 million from the Kislak Family Foundation to support the creation of the new "World War II in the Air" exhibition .

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  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum has received $10 million from the Kislak Family Foundation to support the creation of the new "World War II in the Air" exhibition .
  • "We are honored to be able to tell the stories of World War II veterans, like Jay Kislak, through this exhibition."
  • "My father was very proud of his military service, and of those with whom he served," said Dr. Paula Kislak, chair of the Kislak Family Foundation.
  • The National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C., is located at Sixth Street and Independence Avenue S.W.

Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery Premieres Major Exhibition "Every Eye Is Upon Me: First Ladies of the United States"

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Friday, November 13, 2020
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On view through May 23, 2021, the exhibition is curated by Gwendolyn DuBois Shaw, the National Portrait Gallery's senior historian and director of history, research, and scholarly programs.

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  • On view through May 23, 2021, the exhibition is curated by Gwendolyn DuBois Shaw, the National Portrait Gallery's senior historian and director of history, research, and scholarly programs.
  • The National Portrait Gallery and Smithsonian Books have co-published a richly illustrated book, First Ladies of the United States, which offers an insightful essay by Shaw in addition to catalogue entries.
  • The Portrait Gallery has also launched a new resource website dedicated to the First Ladies at firstladies.si.edu .
  • For more information on the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery, visit npg.si.edu .

Distinguished Veterinarian and Research Biologist Joins NAI Board of Directors

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Tuesday, October 6, 2020
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Dr. Comizzoli is scientist at the Smithsonian Institution and Senior Program Officer for Science in the Office of the Under-Secretary of Science and Research.

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  • Dr. Comizzoli is scientist at the Smithsonian Institution and Senior Program Officer for Science in the Office of the Under-Secretary of Science and Research.
  • More recently, he has received the Innovation Award from the National Research Council of Thailand with his Thai colleagues.
  • "We are delighted that Dr. Comizzoli has accepted a position on the NAI Board of Directors," said Paul Sanberg, president of NAI.
  • "His distinguished career and extensive experience both globally and at the Smithsonian will offer a unique perspective for our Board."

Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute and JumpStart® Games Launch "Zoo Guardians" Mobile Game

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Friday, August 14, 2020
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EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Aug. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ - The furry, feathered and scaly world of zoos, animal care and conservation comes to life in "Zoo Guardians," a new mobile game launched today by the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute in partnership with JumpStartGames.

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  • EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Aug. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ - The furry, feathered and scaly world of zoos, animal care and conservation comes to life in "Zoo Guardians," a new mobile game launched today by the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute in partnership with JumpStartGames.
  • "Connecting young audiences with wildlife and nature is paramount to our mission to save species," said Steven Monfort, John and Adrienne Mars Director, Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute.
  • The Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute leads the Smithsonian's global effort to save species, better understand ecosystems and train future generations of conservationists.
  • JumpStartbuilds mobile, web and console games and experiences under its flagship brandsJumpStart, Jumpstart Academy, School of Dragons, Neopets, Zoo Guardiansand Math Blaster.