The federal holiday, celebrated on June 19, is embraced as a nationwide celebration of Black history. Here’s how and where to partake.
Category: Museums
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Paris Is Filled With Art and Museums. Here Are 3 Hidden Collections.
In this city of endless museums and galleries, here are some sequestered collections filled with rarities.
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Ferris Bueller’s Vest Hits the Auction Block. ‘Anyone, Anyone?’
Worn by Matthew Broderick in “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off,” the vest could fetch several hundred thousand dollars, according to Sotheby’s.
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Jillian Sackler, Philanthropist Who Defended Husband’s Legacy, Dies at 84
Though the Sackler name was tarnished over Purdue Pharma’s role in the opioid crisis, Arthur Sackler’s should not be, she insisted; a company founder, he died well before the trouble began.
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A Guide to Madrid’s Maritime Treasures
The capital of Spain may not be on the coast, but that doesn’t keep it from celebrating its ties to the sea with museums, fountains, the occasional massive anchor and even the city’s favorite sandwich.
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Where to Eat, Sleep and Shop in Taos, N.M.
Where to find the best small inns, chile relleno and secluded hot springs in and around Taos.
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As George Lucas’s ‘Starship’ Museum Nears Landing, He Takes the Controls
The ‘Star Wars’ director parted ways with the museum’s top boss and is clearly calling the shots as his Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles approaches completion.
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Aix-en-Provence Celebrates Cézanne With Monthslong Series of Events
Aix-en-Provence, the French city where the artist spent most of his life, is celebrating all things Cézanne this summer with the reopening of his estate and studio.
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How the Cowbell Gave Latin Music Its Swing
When life gets loud, let the rhythm get louder.
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Fashion’s Continuing Obsession with Takashi Murakami
With a new show at the Cleveland Museum, fashion’s favorite artist is back in the conversation.