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Seven Must-See Art-Meets-Science Exhibitions in 2013

Preview some of the top-notch shows—on anatomy, bioluminescence, water tanks and more—slated for the next year
December 28, 2012 | By Megan Gambino

A History of Sequins from King Tut to the King of Pop

As you don your sparkly holiday fashions, think of the trend's start in an Egyptian tomb
December 28, 2012 | By Emily Spivack

The Last Working Copyist in Mali Is Trying To Save Timbuktu’s Manuscripts

180,000 medieval manuscripts are housed in Timbuktu, and only 23,000 of those ancient writings have ever been catalogued
December 27, 2012 | By Rachel Nuwer

Events December 28-30: Ai Weiwei, Lincoln and Andy Warhol

This weekend, two artists and a president walk into a museum, sort of. Learn about Mr. Ai's activist art, explore Lincoln's Indian legacy and hear stories of an enigmatic artist
December 27, 2012 | By Leah Binkovitz

Architecture to Watch in 2013

Whether they're breaking ground or topping off, these are the biggest building projects we'll be watching in 2013
December 26, 2012 | By Jimmy Stamp

Super High Res Photo of Mt. Everest Shows Glacier Melt (But No Bodies)

Photographers from the organization Glacier Works just captured an interactive digital image of Mount Everest in astounding, gigapixel detail
December 26, 2012 | By Rachel Nuwer

Frida Kahlo’s Closet Finally Opened for the World

After Frida Kahlo died, her eccentric husband, the painter Diego Rivera, refused to let anyone open her closet. Now, finally, Frida's closet is on display for the world
December 21, 2012 | By Rose Eveleth

Slice of Life: Artistic Cross Sections of the Human Body

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

Nimbus Clouds: Mysterious, Ephemeral and Now Indoors

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

Events December 18-20: National Apologies, Robot Face-offs and Jazzy Holidays

This week, learn about the 2009 official apology to Native Americans, talk with an expert at Air and Space and hear some "post-cool" takes on seasonal classics
December 17, 2012 | By Leah Binkovitz

This Nostalgic Private Collection Has 1,713 Photos of Old-Fashioned Cans, Jars and Clippings

Flickr user Roadsidepictures offers hundreds of images of vintage product packaging spanning most of the 20th century
December 14, 2012 | By Rachel Nuwer

How to Bring Manufacturing Back to the USA in Small-Batch Format

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

Events December 14-16: Ai Weiwei’s Ceramics, Mayan Calendar and Stradivari’s Instruments

This weekend, learn about the contemporary artist's use of historic objects, why the world didn't end and just what's so special about Stradivari in concert
December 13, 2012 | By Leah Binkovitz

Hunt for African Wildlife From Your Computer

A new citizen science project lets you in to the beautiful world of Serengeti National Park
December 12, 2012 | By Colin Schultz

Flower Power, Redefined

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

PHOTOS: The Wit and Genius of the Father of Video Art Nam June Paik

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

Taking the Bite Out of DC’s Partisan Dialog: A New Installation Seeks Common Ground

More then 89 heavyweights were interviewed for artist Lincoln Schatz's new video work at the National Portrait Gallery
December 11, 2012 | By Leah Binkovitz

Your Guide to Selecting the Best (or Is It Worst?) Ugly Christmas Sweater

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

National Geographic Sells a Painting of Pirates for More than One Million Dollars

For the first time in its 125 year history, National Geographic has opened up its collection to bidders at Christie's an art auction house based in New York City
December 10, 2012 | By Rose Eveleth

Events December 11-13: The Interviewer, The Conservator and the Provocateur

This week, talk with artist Lincoln Schatz about his new video portrait, conservators for the Smithsonian, and artist Barbara Kruger
December 10, 2012 | By Leah Binkovitz


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