Behind the Scenes

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  Yielding to Art at The Met

  March 4, 2016 | Celebrating the wealth of art on view in The Met's galleries while honoring the lively activity behind the scenes

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  We Are The Met. Meet Our New Logo.

  March 1, 2016 | Learn about our new graphic identity, which showcases our colloquial name “The Met,” or “The Met Store,” inspired by those who love, visit, and support the Museum

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  Artist Firelei Baez Created “We (linked to future generations by memories past)” at the Paper Project

  February 25, 2016 | Baez led an interactive arts demonstration to create a one-of-a-kind live installation for the Paper Project in partnership with our visitors

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  Meet Our Valentine: An Interview with Artist Katharine Watson

  February 11, 2016 | Inspired by the intricate patterns of our “Fashion and Virtue” exhibition, artist Katharine Watson gives us a glimpse into the creative process behind our exclusive Valentines

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  The Curious Life and Work of Matthias Buchinger

  January 19, 2016 | World-famous illusionist, author, and actor Ricky Jay has spent decades captivated by Buchinger’s life and remarkably delicate drawings

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  “Keeping Things Relevant”: A Conversation with The Met Store’s Lauren Gallagher

  January 6, 2016 | Our book buyer shares her thoughts on the value of museums, today’s art scene, photographing a Van Gogh, and more

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  Banquet Atelier & Workshop: Inspired by the Art of Ancient Egypt

  November 6, 2015 | An inside look at the Vancouver design studio celebrated for its bold, graphic cloth and paper goods

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  New Africa Shop at The Met

  October 30, 2015 | In a series of important exhibitions this fall, the Met celebrates African culture, history, and art across the centuries. From Egypt to the Congo, from South Africa to Angola, our galleries feature rarely seen masterpieces of sculpture, jewelry, photography, textiles, and more, reflecting over 4,000 years of artistry

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  Crossing Cultures—Platon for “China: Through the Looking Glass”

  May 11, 2015 | Editorial Assistant Rachel High sits down with Platon to discuss the catalogue, his work, and the importance of artists as cultural mediators.