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Hail to the Chief: Images of the American Presidency 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Designed as a non-partisan view of the American presidency, this special exhibition features a selection of original works of art from the MIA’s permanent collection and various historical material from an important private collection that focuses on presidential themes.
The exhibition comprises more than 70 objects in a range of mediums, including paintings, sculpture, drawings, original prints, posters, photographs, manuscripts, glassware, porcelain, and metalwork. Among the objects on display are presidential portraits, including a marble bust of George Washington in classical garb by American artist Hiram Powers, candid photographs of former presidents and presidential candidates, including Richard Avedon’s celebrated portrait of Dwight D. Eisenhower; presidential proclamations and hand-written correspondence; an American flag from the Oval Office, and various presidential campaign materials. This special exhibition is being organized to coincide with the 2008 Republican National Convention (RNC), which convenes in Minneapolis/Saint Paul from September 1 through 4, 2008. Gallery 263 Free Exhibition
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