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Wednesday, January 14
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| 10:30 AM
We Shall Overcome: The Song that Moved the Nation
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(for grades 4 to adult) We Shall Overcome traces the origins of the Civil Rights Movement through a single song performed by the SNCC Freedom Singers; Peter, Paul, and Mary; and Joan Baez. Andrew Young, Julian Bond, and other veterans of the 1960s reminisce about the meaning of the song.
Free; but reservations required, call 202-633-4844
Related Exhibition: Jubilee: African American Celebration
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Anacostia Community Museum
Location: Anacostia Community Museum 1901 Fort Place, SE
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| 2 PM & 6 PM
Inauguration
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To celebrate the 2009 presidential inauguration, a docent leads a tour highlighting works with an inaugural theme.
Free
Repeats Jan. 15, 16, 17, 18, & 21; times vary
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Smithsonian American Art Museum
Location: Reynolds Center for American Art and Portraiture Meet behind the F St. information desk
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| 6 PM
Art:21 at SAAM: Place
Documentary Film Series |
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Note: This film is unrated and may not be suitable for all audiences.
(60 min.) This documentary, from the award-winning series Art in the Twenty-First Century, features behind-the-scenes conversations with contemporary artists Laurie Anderson, Richard Serra, Sally Mann, Barry McGee, Margaret Kilgallen, and Pepon Osorio in their studios, homes, and communities.
Free
Series continues Feb. 12
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Smithsonian American Art Museum
Location: Reynolds Center for American Art and Portraiture McEvoy Auditorium (enter from G St.)
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| 6:45 PM
Temple Grandin on Creating the Best Life for Animals
Lecture, with book signing ***New Location*** |
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How can we know what causes emotional distress in an animal? This and many other questions are answered by renowned animal behaviorist and scientist Temple Grandin. In a presentation drawing on her latest research, experimentation, and experience, she identifies the core emotional needs of animals and explains how to fulfill them for dogs, cats, horses, farm animals, and zoo animals. In addition, her life-long experience with autism has given her a unique perspective and insight into animal behavior. Book signing follows.
$25, general; $15, members; call 202-633-3030
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Resident Associate Program
Location: Freer Gallery Meyer Auditorium (enter at Jefferson Dr. or Independence Ave.)
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| Last update: January 15, 2009, 08:44 |
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