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An art conservator holds a vacuum nozzle on a piece of artwork.

Caring for an American Art Treasure

A peek into the world of conservation and the meticulous care of James Hampton’s The Throne of the Third Heaven of the Nations Millennium General Assembly.

Artist

Tanya Aguiñiga

born San Diego, CA 1978

Also known as: Tanya Aguiniga
Born: San Diego, California, United States
Nationalities: American

Exhibitions

Quilt featuring the portrait of a woman

This Present Moment: Crafting a Better World

May 13, 2022–April 2, 2023

Renwick Gallery

This Present Moment: Crafting a Better World showcases the dynamic landscape of American craft today.

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Artist Tanya Aguiñiga wearing a suit made of glass elements while standing next to the U.S./Mexico border wall

Contemporary Craft Exhibitions

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Exploring Border Stories with Artist Tanya Aguiñiga

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Drawn to Tanya Aguiñiga

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