Back in Bacne
Lauren Kalman's challenging work is meant to get under our skin.
Eye Level
Eye Level is the blog of the Smithsonian American Art Museum and Renwick Gallery. Publishing behind-the-scenes museum stories since 2005.
The Puck Stops Here: David Levinthal's Hockey Photographs
Giving America's favorite pastime a run for its money
The Aftermath of Hurricane María
A closer look at the rich and trans-historical Puerto Rican artworks in the museum.
David Levinthal's Modern Romance Photographs
David Levinthal's Modern Romance Photographs
David Levinthal's photographs shine a light on the darkness of film noir.
How Arthur Jafa Created a Contemporary Guernica
How Arthur Jafa Created a Contemporary Guernica
The curator of time-based media examines the importance of a powerful work that speaks to our times...and times past.
Burning Man: Through the Fire
Nearly one ton of hand-written tablets collected at the Renwick Gallery were burned at Burning Man earlier in the month.
Take 5! Shook and Russo
It's all about the bass: Musician Amy Shook on influences, her quartet, and women in jazz.
On Harriet Whitney Frishmuth's The Vine
On Harriet Whitney Frishmuth's The Vine
Taking a closer look at an iconic work by the sculptor who was born on September 17, 1880.
From Coast to Coast
The West is on our minds, featured in our galleries, and is a part of an exciting new collaborative series.
Plastic Fantastic: On Duane Hanson's Woman Eating
Plastic Fantastic: On Duane Hanson's Woman Eating
Taking a closer look at the making of Duane Hanson's iconic sculpture
Road Trip: Aurora Borealis
Where will American Art Take You? Perhaps to Iceland to see the northern lights...
Dancing with the Spurs: On David Levinthal's Wild West Photographs
Dancing with the Spurs: On David Levinthal's Wild West Photographs
What does the "Cowboy Code" have to do with David Levinthal's photographs?
Take 5! Celebrating Musician Butch Warren
An interview with bassist Tyrone Allen who performs at Take 5! on August 15.
Art Does Have an Impact: Visitors Respond
Art Does Have an Impact: Visitors Respond
Visitors share their memories, hopes, and fears after viewing Artists Respond: American Art and the Vietnam War, 1965-1975.
Reframing American Art
A new web series explores American art by making unexpected connections across the Smithsonian
Barbie Girl: Gabby Douglas and the Historical Eminence of the Iconic Doll
Gymnast Gabby Douglas on the deeper meaning of looking at (and being) a Barbie.
SAAM Arcade 2019: Representation Matters
This year's Arcade explores games that highlight voices from the LGBTQ+, mental health, and people of color communities.
On Paul Thek's Warrior's Leg
On Paul Thek's Warrior's Leg
Taking a closer look at Paul Thek's work that investigates the physical body and the body politic.