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Openings: Shepard Fairey’s Obama “Hope” @ Smithsonian: National Portrait Gallery

Posted on January 18, 2009 by juggernut3

The Smithsonian Institution has always been considered one of most prestigious museums in the world. It houses some amazing works including the “Portraits of America’s Presidents.” So, what’s a more fitting way to kick off the inauguration weekend than with the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery … Continue reading →

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Shepard Fairey’s “Hope” – Smithsonian: National Portrait Gallery

Posted on January 8, 2009 by sleepboy

Probably the most ubiquitous and iconic image from President-elect Barack Obama’s election campaign enters into the permanent collection of the Smithsonian at the National Portrait Gallery. Appropriately, they plan to hang it up on inauguration day. The purchase was made … Continue reading →

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