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The End of Impressionism
"Techniques vary, art stays the same."
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Nicole Miras
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On the Other Side of the Mist
Fairy folklore has enchanted audiences for centuries. In this series, we'll explore how the fairy has evolved over time, and what this says about our…
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Nicole Miras
Crossroads Roundup: a Map of Demons, a Big Roman Mosaic and a Cherry Tree, and a Winter Art Gallery
The latest news in art, archaeology, culture, and more.
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Nicole Miras
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Claude Monet by the Lily Pond
In the final entry of "Monet: The Art of the Series," we visit Monet at his water-lily pond in Giverny.
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Nicole Miras
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From Fairies to Aliens: Abductions, Changelings, and Ships in the Sky
Long before the UFOs of 20th century folklore, people feared abduction from the Fair Folk living just beyond the hedgerow.
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Nicole Miras
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December 2024

Claude Monet in the Garden
Haystacks and poplars, Gothic cathedrals and Venetian views. After exploring several of Monet's most prominent series, we finally turn to his beloved…
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Nicole Miras
Best Art & Archaeology News of 2024
In this special edition of the Crossroads Roundup, we'll look back on my favorite stories from this past year.
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Nicole Miras
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Claude Monet Goes Abroad
This week in "Monet: The Art of the Series," we turn to the artist's work in London and Venice.
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Nicole Miras
Mary Cassatt: The American Impressionist
"I have touched with a sense of art some people—they felt the love and the life. Can you offer me anything to compare to that joy for an artist?"
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Nicole Miras
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Claude Monet at Rouen Cathedral
In his next major series, the artist tackles a Gothic masterpiece.
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Nicole Miras
Crossroads Roundup: (Potential) Face of Cleopatra, St. Nick's Tomb, and Good News for Books
The latest news in art, archaeology, culture, and more.
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Nicole Miras
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The Endurance of "The Nutcracker"
How Tchaikovsky's holiday classic went from being panned by critics to becoming the world's most popular ballet.
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Nicole Miras
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