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How Do I Research My Art?

Want to learn more about the painting you found while clearing out the attic? For answers, be prepared for a little detective work.

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Picturing Fighters for Freedom Across History

Decode imagery and discover hidden stories in artist William H. Johnson's Fighters for Freedom series.

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New Perspectives: Welcome to American Voices and Visions

Your favorite pieces from SAAM’s collection are now on display alongside new works in the redesigned modern and contemporary galleries

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Will Endres

born Savannah, GA 1945-died Hillsborough, NC 2021

Also known as: William S. Endres Jr.
Born: Savannah, Georgia, United States
Died: Hillsborough, North Carolina, United States
Active in: Hillsborough, North Carolina, United States
Prospect Hill, North Carolina, United States
Nationalities: American