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Between Fences
The United States as we know it could not have been settled and built without fences; they continue to be an integral part of the nation. Fences stand for security: we use them to enclose our houses and neighborhoods. They are decorative structures that are as much part of the landscape as trees.
Journey Stories
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Key Ingredients: America by Food
What exactly are kolaces, spaetzle and pierogie? Most of us eat without giving a second thought to the wealth of history and culture that shapes our dining habits and tastes. Our recipes, menus, ceremonies, and etiquette are directly shaped by our country's rich immigrant experience, the history and innovations of food preparation technology, and the ever-changing availability of key ingredients.
New Harmonies: Celebrating American Roots Music
Journey through the development of Americans' creative expression through music. The beat of the exhibition is the on-going cultural process that made America the birthplace of more music than any place on earth. The exhibition provides a fascinating, inspiring, and toe-tapping listen to the American story of multi-cultural exchange.
The Way We Worked
American workers perform a diverse array of jobs to power our society. Whether we work for professional satisfaction and personal growth or to ensure the well-being of ourselves and our families, work is a part of nearly every American's life. The millions who keep the nation going through their work make great contributions not only to industry, but also to American culture. The Way We Worked, adapted from an original exhibition by the National Archives, debuts in September 2011.
Coming in 2014: Hometown Teams
And if we’re not playing, we’re watching: in the stands, on the fields with our sons and daughters, or in our living rooms with friends in front of a television. Football, baseball, and basketball capture our attention most, but more and more, other non-traditional sports vie for our time and support. On any given weekend in America, sports are a big part of what we do. Sports are an indelible part of our culture and community. For well over one hundred years sports have reflected the trials and triumphs of the American experience and helped shape our national character.
