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07/08/2023 by: Ryan Lutz

NPR focuses on US based contemporary art galleries, museums, and art fairs in its art and design section. With in-depth reporting, interviews, and analysis, NPR's coverage provides insights into the art world's latest developments, trends, and controversies. From emerging artists to established masters, NPR's journalists bring a fresh perspective to art news, highlighting the social, cultural, and political implications of contemporary art.  As one would expect,  NPR's coverage of the arts is well written, informative, and engaging.

Ancient Greek and Roman statues often smelled like roses, a new study says

Ancient Greek and Roman statues didn't originally look like they do now in museums. A new study says they didn't smell the same, either.

Vincent D'Onofrio

This week on Bullseye, it's Vincent D'Onofrio. He talks about his many memorable roles in Full Metal Jacket, Law & Order: Criminal Intent, Men in Black, and Daredevil. He also

Report: (Smaller) Museums should make admission free

A new study out this week from the museum think tank Remuseum suggests free admission attracts more visitors without increasing costs.

Can you look at these 9 photos and not smile on International Day of Happiness?

March 20 is International Happiness Day — a day that the United Nations had dedicated to the celebration of joy. We asked photographers around the world to share a picture

Here are 8 photography winners with disabilities who show the world their perspective

Here are the winning entries in this year's Global Ability Photography Challenge.

Donatella Versace to step down as brand's chief creative officer after nearly 30 years

Donatella took over the brand after the murder of her brother, Gianni Versace, its founder, in 1997. Her bold creative vision and unique style have been instrumental in preserving the

Portraits of women who 'shine a light': from an 'analog' astronaut to a watermelon farmer

The Muhammad Ali Center in Louisville, Kentucky, has a new photo exhibit in honor of International Women's Day: "Iconic Women: From Everyday Life to Global Heroes."

Chinese architect Liu Jiakun wins the 2025 Pritzker Prize

The jury cited Liu's "reverence for culture, history and nature, chronicling time and comforting users with familiarity through modern interpretations of classic Chinese architecture."

2025 Oscars: See the red carpet looks

The 2025 Oscars start at 7 p.m. EST, 4 p.m. PST Sunday on ABC and Hulu. Conan O'Brien is hosting the show.

Long ignored, Black modernist architects get recognition

Black architects who helped shape the modern architecture movement have often been overlooked. One effort preserves the structures they designed and tells their stories.

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NPR ART & Design News
Updated July 8, 2023  by Ryan Lutz