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Getty Voices: Sicilian Journeys
A charioteer? A dancer? The Mozia Youth, aguably one of the world's most breathtaking ancient sculptures, is both mysterious and beautiful. More»
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Unearthing ‘70s Architecture in L.A.
The 1970s are the "missing years" of L.A.'s architectural history. A reappraisal. More»
Artists Reinventing the Museum, A Google Art Talk with Sam Durant
Artists are helping museums transform themselves for the 21st century. A conversation. More»
Getty Voices: What #isamuseum?
"The project emerged through extended dialogue with members of the Getty Museum’s Education Department, and it was certainly a collaboration." More»
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Welcome to Getty Voices, a multi-platform social media series featuring first-person perspectives from members of the Getty community. Find a new voice each week on Facebook and Twitter.
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The curators of the Sicily exhibition at the Getty Villa celebrate this island of beauty and exquisite ancient art. More»
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A museum is an exciting place to engage with cultures and history of the past.
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Arts and Culture Was Fastest-Growing Philanthropic Cause in 2012
According to the annual report "Giving USA," arts and culture was America's fastest-growing charitable cause in 2012, with donations rising an estimated 7.8 percent to $14.44 billion.
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CicLAvia: Iconic Wilshire Boulevard
No cars, open streets! Explore one of the most legendary boulevards in Los Angeles by foot, bike, skates, or other non-motorized transport on June 23. Be a part of CicLAvia—Iconic Wilshire Boulevard, the most walkable CicLAvia route ever!
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Getty Villa to Sport a Giant Steel Wheel for Prometheus Bound
On display at the Getty Villa this summer, a 23-foot-tall, 5-ton steel wheel, the centerpiece of an avant-garde production of the ancient drama Prometheus Bound
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Public Choose Works for World's Biggest Exhibition Showcasing Great British Art on Poster Sites
The UK will become the world's largest art gallery this summer when a unique exhibition Art Everywhere transforms thousands of poster sites and billboards into iconic artworks from the national collection.
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When Artworks Crash: Restorers Face Digital Test
Art restorers have long known how to repair material flaws. But when creativity is computerized, the art isn't so easy to fix.
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The Impossible Desire of the Encyclopedic Palace
Curated by Massimiliano Gioni, the youngest artistic director of Venice’s La Biennale, this museum-like exhibition, featuring work from over 150 artists from 38 countries, is split between two massive locations.
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In Brazil, Fine Art Draws Crowds from Favelas to Fairs to Museums
Instead of playing in the dirty streets after school, one hot afternoon, kids in a local favela, or slum, find their way into a giant space with bright, high white walls.
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Ada Louise Huxtable Memorial Explores Architecture Critic's Legacy
“It has become common, even fashionable, to use Ada Louise's name as a shorthand for criticism that is tough, savvy, politically minded, concerned with real-estate power plays and the life of the street….”
