Trump is justified in opposing woke ideology at Smithsonian museums
Trump Targets Smithsonian for Revisions President Donald Trump is intent on addressing the messages left by the Biden administration and aims to enhance government agencies. A focal point of this initiative is the Smithsonian, where the president suggested in an executive order earlier this year that it operates under “divisive, racially ideologies.” With the 250th […]
White House evaluates Smithsonian museums in preparation for the nation’s 250th anniversary
Trump Advocates for Fair Representation at Smithsonian Museums President Donald Trump expressed that the Smithsonian museums should present a balanced view of American history, acknowledging both the positive and negative aspects. His comments came as the White House sent a letter to the Smithsonian on Tuesday, requesting a review of the museum’s exhibitions in preparation […]
Trump requests evaluation of Smithsonian museums
Trump Initiates Review of Smithsonian Museums Ahead of 250th Anniversary President Trump has called for a thorough assessment of exhibits and materials at various Smithsonian museums as the institution prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary. This initiative, described as a “comprehensive internal review,” aims to ensure that the Smithsonian aligns with what he refers to […]
White House begins examination of Smithsonian museums
White House Reviews Smithsonian Museums for Alignment with Trump’s Vision Officials at the White House are now looking into various Smithsonian museums as part of an initiative to celebrate American exceptionalism. The goal seems to be to remove any divisive or partisan narratives while aligning with President Trump’s approach to restore trust in these important […]
Proposed legislation aims to eliminate wokeness in Smithsonian museums
A new bill aims to challenge regulations regarding the Smithsonian, according to its backer, who spoke on Tuesday to reaffirm President Trump’s executive order. The proposed legislation, known as the “Truth and Sanity Restoration and American History Act,” was introduced by Indiana GOP Senator Jim Banks. It mandates the Smithsonian to eliminate what he describes […]
Museums swap dinosaurs for climate action as political messaging advances
Indoor Activities for a Family Day in DC Recently, on a particularly warm day, I found myself looking for indoor activities for my six kids. Living near the capital, we’ve got the Smithsonian Museum within reach, which makes it a good option. So we made our way to DC, hoping for a bit of air […]
Trump order targets 'divisive narratives' in Smithsonian museums
President Trump signed an executive order on Thursday calling for more control over what is on display at the Smithsonian Museum and federal sites, citing what the White House called, called “schizophrenia tales” promoted by certain museums. Presidential Order The Smithsonian Association, which operates numerous museums in the country's capital, claimed that it was “under […]
UK org working to ‘decolonize’ museums related to William Shakespeare
The organization that oversees the museum celebrating the life of English playwright William Shakespeare, is reportedly working to “decolonize” his legacy in the name of fighting white supremacy. Telecommunications Trust in the birthplace of Shakespeare, a British nonprofit in Stratford-upon-Avon, UK, reported that it was working towards “decolonization” to “create a more inclusive museum experience.” […]
Ancestral remains should no longer be displayed in UK museums, say MPs | Colonialism
The disclosure of British human bodies, including ancient Egyptian mummies at the British Museum, is offensive and should be stopped, according to a group of lawmakers. Report of All-Party Parliamentary Group for African Reparations (APPG-AR) He said it should be a crime to sell ancestral ruins or publicly display them without consent. Report, Let your […]
Animal collection in Midwest will go to three museums for visitors to appreciate
Travelers across the US can see some of the unique collections after the museum where they were on display was forced to close. The Delbridge Natural History Museum, located at the Great Plains Zoo in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, closed in August 2023. It was found that “potentially dangerous” levels of arsenic are present in […]