Jeff Koons’ Connection to Jeffrey Epstein Revealed
New Epstein files reveal Jeff Koons attended a 2013 dinner at Epstein's home. The files highlight connections between the art world and Epstein, underscoring the need for scrutiny.
Unveiled: New Renderings for the 9/11 Museum’s Exhibition Design
New renderings of the 9/11 Museum's exhibition design have been released, showcasing the ongoing progress of the project. While the museum's completion is awaited, the detailed visualizations offer insight into its future layout.
Ancient Egyptian Mummy Found with Homer’s Iliad Lines
Archaeologists in Oxyrhynchus have discovered a mummy with a papyrus from Homer’s Iliad, raising questions about the text's role in burial rituals. This find highlights Homer’s widespread influence in the ancient world and continues to inform our understanding of Greco-Roman Egypt.
Seattle Art Museum Workers Announce Unionization Plans
More than 100 Seattle Art Museum employees have announced plans to unionize, citing issues with wages and job security. They are joining a broader movement among cultural institutions nationwide.
Concealed Faces: Examining the Hidden Portraits of IDF Soldiers
Israeli soldiers turning their backs in portraits symbolize a literal and metaphorical cover-up, using technology meant for surveillance to conceal identities. This raises questions about privacy and power, contrasting traditional portraiture's focus on individuality with counterportraiture's anonymity.
Renowned Artist and Civil Rights Figure Mary Lovelace O’Neal Passes at 84
Mary Lovelace O’Neal, a prominent painter and Civil Rights activist, died at 84 in Mérida, Mexico. Known for her powerful Lampblack series, she was a vital figure in the art world and Civil Rights movement, leaving a legacy of impactful work and
Michelle Millar Fisher Appointed as Chief Curator at Cooper Hewitt
Michelle Millar Fisher has been named the new chief curator at Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, succeeding Matilda McQuaid. The Getty awarded $1.8 million for Black Visual Arts Archives. Additionally, Nora Turato's new billboard installation near the High Line offers a humorous,
The Lasting Impact of Mary Lovelace O’Neal
Mary Lovelace O’Neal, an abstract mixed-media artist from Jackson, Mississippi, left a significant mark on art and civil rights. Her involvement in the 1960s Civil Rights Movement and her mentorship by Stokely Carmichael and Jacob Lawrence were pivotal.
Seattle Museum Staff Urges Boycott Over Policies Affecting Unhoused Individuals
Seattle Art Museum staff are calling for a boycott over measures aimed at deterring unhoused individuals, sparking a debate on social responsibility. The museum has faced criticism for installing bollards and hiring private security, leading to a call for more community-focused interventions.
Seattle Art Museum Employees Aim to Unionize
Seattle Art Museum employees have announced their intention to unionize, seeking voluntary recognition from the museum's leadership. The union, known as Seattle Art Museum Workers United (SAMWU), aims to address issues like wages and benefits.
Massive Outcry Against Media’s Alleged Defamation of Misan Harriman
In response to right-wing media claims, over 97,000 complaints have been filed supporting Misan Harriman. Prominent figures back Harriman, who denies antisemitism allegations related to his social media posts.