TED Talks
TED: Why art thrives at Burning Man | Nora Atkinson
Craft curator Nora Atkinson takes us on a trip to Nevada's Black Rock Desert to see the beautifully designed and participatory art of Burning Man, revealing how she discovered there what's often missing from museums: curiosity and...
Weird History
The Michael Rockefeller Mystery
In 1961, Michael Rockefeller went missing on the island of New Guinea. The 23-year-old heir to the Rockefeller fortune was gone without a trace. While on a trip to document native New Guinea tribes and collect carvings for his father's...
The Art Assignment
Art Trip: Washington D.C. | The Art Assignment | PBS Digital Studios
In which we explore Washington, DC's vast and diverse collection of landmarks, museums, and galleries - ranging from institutions like the Hirshhorn to the art-worthy metro system. Let's take a trip through Washington, DC. Featuring the...
The Art Assignment
Art Trip: Indianapolis | The Art Assignment | PBS Digital Studios
We've spent quite a bit of time exploring art in other people's cities, so we figured it was time to come back home and try being tourists in our own town.
The Art Assignment
Art Trip: Los Angeles | The Art Assignment | PBS Digital Studios
In which we explore sunny Los Angeles and take in its enormous range of art offerings, from the eclectic campus at LACMA to an incredible exhibit at Hauser Wirth & Schimmel. It's all worth the drive. Featuring: Ramen Yamadaya Hammer...
Amor Sciendi
Misinterpretations: Laocoon and His Sons | AmorSciendi
Have you seen this sculpture? I came across it many years ago in the Vatican Museum, and it's one of those that stays with you. I never pursued my interest in the sculpture, though, until I came across a reference to it while reading...
Curated Video
Discover the Marvels of Geneva
Welcome to Geneva, a true gem of Switzerland! In this educational video, we will take you on a virtual tour of this amazing European city, known for its rich history, stunning architecture, and breathtaking sights.
Curated Video
11 Experiences You Need Before Your IELTS Exam
Today we’ll talk about the experiences you need before your IELTS Exam. Put them in your study plans! Students are fearful of being asked questions on the Speaking or Writing Exam about unfamiliar topics. For instance, being asked about...
Smarthistory
Frida Kahlo, Frieda and Diego Rivera
Frida Kahlo, Frieda and Diego Rivera, 1931, oil on canvas, 39-3/8 x 31 inches or 100.01 x 78.74 cm (San Francisco Museum of Modern Art) Speakers: Dr. Beth Harris and Dr. Steven Zucker Painted in San Francisco during the artist's first...
ARTiculations
The Case for Brutalist Architecture | ARTiculations
If you'd like to help support ARTiculations - feel free to leave something in the tip jar: https://ko-fi.com/articulations I make the case for Brutalism. #SOSBrutalism You can also follow me on: Instagram:...
World Science Festival
How Kevin Terris Found a Baby Parasaurolophus Dinosaur
The Alf Museum of Paleontology resides on a high school campus, and they regularly take high school students out on hikes in the local area. But Kevin Terris' trip wasn't just any old hike: After spotting a bone sticking out of a rock,...