Collecting Memories Flashcards
(11 cards)
When was the project opened?
Opened June 2024
How long was the project in the making?
4 years
Who made a donation to the project?
David Rubenstein
What types of items are featured in the project?
Rare, unique and significant items
What is the theme of the first rotating exhibition?
Collecting memories
When is the next rotation of the exhibition scheduled?
June 2025
What types of media are included in the project?
Voice recordings, moving images, diaries, manuscripts, photographs
What significant Lincoln document is featured in the collection?
Draft of Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address
What unique items were found in Abraham Lincoln’s pockets on the night of his assassination?
Glasses, Wallet, confederate bill, broken eyeglasses, pocket knife
What famous lyrics are included in the project?
Lyrics to the Sound of Music
What is the example of an original artwork is featured related to a memorial?
Maya Lin’s original design drawings of Vietnam memorial
