Take 5! Shook and Russo
It's all about the bass: Musician Amy Shook on influences, her quartet, and women in jazz.
Eye Level
Eye Level is the blog of the Smithsonian American Art Museum and Renwick Gallery. Publishing behind-the-scenes museum stories since 2005.
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.
Joseph Cornell: Reaching for the Moon
Artist Joseph Cornell created works that were inspired by his interest in the Space Age.
Unforgettable: Jazz Singer Integriti Reeves Sings Nat King Cole
Jazz singer Integriti Reeves on her art, inspiration, and her upcoming Take5! concert performing songs of Nat King Cole.
50 Things about OBJECTS: USA at 50
50 Things about OBJECTS: USA at 50
Public programs coordinator Gloria Kenyon revisits the influential Objects: USA exhibition on its 50th anniversary
Pitch Perfect: On David Levinthal, Roberto Clemente, and Baseball
Anne Showalter, digital interpretation specialist at SAAM, reflects on David Levinthal's photo of Roberto Clemente, from the artist's baseball series.
Fourth of July Journey Through American Art
Whatever your plans for America's birthday, we have an artwork to fit. Pour yourself a lemonade, find a spot in the shade, and enjoy your holiday with a dash of American art.