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Origami: A Blend of Sculpture and Mathematics

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Artist Lisa Nilsson creates elaborate anatomical illustrations from thin strips of paper
December 20, 2012 | By Megan Gambino

Dutch artist Berndnaut Smilde has found a way to create clouds in gallery spaces. In the seconds before they dissipate, he captures beautiful photographs
December 18, 2012 | By Claire Tinsley

The idyllic scenes of the dreamy holiday tune were painted by a Russian Jewish immigrant named Israel Baline, better known as Irving Berlin
December 18, 2012 | By Amy Henderson

A new exhibit in Israel educates kids that being old shouldn’t translate to being sidelined
January 2013 | By Shoshana Kordova

The roots music expert’s latest album is finger-picking good
January 2013 | By Leah Binkovitz

Thanks to the insanely successful “Kurisumasu ni wa kentakkii!” (Kentucky for Christmas!) marketing campaign in 1974, Japan can't get enough KFC on Christmas Day
December 14, 2012 | By K. Annabelle Smith

Original designs from artists over the years to celebrate the holidays
December 13, 2012 | By Leah Binkovitz

What's behind the holiday tradition of hanging hosiery on the fireplace?
December 14, 2012 | By Emily Spivack

The digital pioneer and visionary behind virtual reality has turned against the very culture he helped create
January 2013 | By Ron Rosenbaum

Aspiring makers are now finding ways to manufacture their designs in American factories
December 13, 2012 | By Sarah C. Rich

From food pairings to the best brews for beginners, Dan Koester presents a comprehensive guide to craft beer
January 09, 2013 | By Leah Binkovitz

Looking for a reading list for the holidays? Check out our favorite books that we featured on the site this past year
December 13, 2012 | By Megan Gambino

The New Orleans classic has its roots in the roscon de reyes, a Spanish treat for the 12th day of Christmas
January 03, 2013 | By Derek Workman

There's still time to pick up these magazines, books, kitchen gadgets and food stuffs for your Christmas shopping needs
December 18, 2012 | By Jesse Rhodes

Your questions answered by our experts

Photos and videos from the American Art Museum's new exhibit, "Nam June Paik: Global Visionary"
December 12, 2012 | By Leah Binkovitz

Few beers may so strongly evoke the image of dark winters and frozen European landscapes as Imperial Stout—and a bottle fits nicely in a Christmas stocking
December 17, 2012 | By Alastair Bland

In a new book, Andrew Zuckerman embraces minimalism, capturing 150 colorful blooms on white backdrops
December 12, 2012 | By Ryan Reed

Does lightning strike ships at sea and why does American English differ from British English?
January 2013 | By Smithsonian Magazine

Also on the docket, travelling by fire and understanding the concept of “antifragility”
December 2012 | By Chloe Schama

January 2013 | By Leah Binkovitz

Holiday cheer with a touch of nostalgia celebrates garish knitwear from the 1940s to '80s
December 11, 2012 | By Emily Spivack

Starbucks most expensive cup of coffee to date raises the question, how high can we go?
December 10, 2012 | By Leah Binkovitz

In his travels around the world, anthropologist Lars Krutak has seen many tribal tattoos, including some applied to relieve specific ailments
December 10, 2012 | By Megan Gambino

Three good reads to accessorize your daily routine
December 06, 2012 | By Emily Spivack

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