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People donate artwork, objects, and even money to the institution of their choice. But sometimes, museums and galleries wind up receiving something odd—or something fairly normal, but with strange stipulations attached.
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From post-battle landscapes to cold weather fun, the events that occurred during frosty temperatures have led many an artist to pick up their brush and get painting.
10 Works Entering the Public Domain in 2025
The 95-year limit on copyright is about to expire on some classic movies, books, and one cartoon sailor.
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The astonishing cave paintings of bison, deer, and extinct animals were discovered by accident in France in 1940. They offer a tantalizing glimpse into prehistory.
A ‘Googly Eye Bandit’ Is Targeting Public Art in Oregon, and Officials Are Not Amused
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The Shanghai Museum‘s “Meowseum Nights” allowed cats to witness their history.
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Propstore is auctioning off tons of James Bond items, including hand-made posters and props.
“The World of Tim Burton” Exhibit Makes Its Final Stop in London
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