The Smithsonian's National Museum of American History is launching a multiyear collecting initiative, "Latinos and Baseball: In the Barrios and the Big Leagues," to identify artifacts that reflect the social and cultural influence of the game on Latino communities. Three 2016 events in California and New York will reach out to local communities about preserving baseball … [Read more...] about Smithsonian Announces “Latinos and Baseball” Collecting Initiative
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National Museum of American History Celebrates Diosa Costello
The National Museum of American History will present an on-stage conversation with pioneering Latina performer Diosa Costello, Saturday, Sept. 17, at 4 p.m. at the Smithsonian Castle. The program, featuring museum curators Dwight Blocker Bowers and Marvette Perez, will include a donation of 11 costumes, including Costello's iconic "Latin Bombshell" outfit and her costume from … [Read more...] about National Museum of American History Celebrates Diosa Costello