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MSU Board of Trustees approves essential MSU Museum infrastructure upgrades

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The Michigan State University Board of Trustees has authorized infrastructure improvements for the MSU Museum. An integral part of research, teaching and engagement at the university, the museum will embark on an ambitious 18-month renovation project starting July 2024 to implement state-of-the-art climate control...
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Indigenous Quill Art Exhibition Premieres at Ziibiwing Center, Showcasing MSU Museum Collections

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The first major traveling exhibition featuring Anishinabe porcupine quill art is now on view at the Ziibiwing Center, Mount Pleasant, MI (Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan). The exhibition showcases over 90 works drawn from private and public sources, including selections
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MSU Museum Presents Indigenous Hip Hop Talk with Award-Winning Artist Frank Waln

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In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, the Michigan State University (MSU) Museum, in partnership with the Native American Institute and WKAR, is excited to host Indigenous Hip Hop: Frank Waln’s Journey of Music, Activism, and Resilience on Thursday, November 7,
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MSU Museum Hosts Ignite Talks Showcasing Michigan State University Student Research

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The Michigan State University Museum (MSU) is excited to announce the lineup for Ignite Talks MSU, an engaging and fast-paced event showcasing the research of MSU’s talented student researchers. The event will take place on October 30, 2024, at 311 Abbot
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MSU Museum Opens Exhibition Featuring Inaugural MSUFCU Arts Power Up Artist-in-Residence

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The Michigan State University (MSU) Museum is pleased to announce the opening of an exhibition by Berlin-based Studio Korinsky, inspired by Abel Korinsky’s MSUFCU Arts Power Up Artist-in-Residence. The exhibition will launch the Museum's new temporary space at 311 Abbot in
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MSU Museum Joins Smithsonian’s 2024 National Youth Summit on Elections and Politics

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The Michigan State University (MSU) Museum is set to participate in the 11th annual Smithsonian National Youth Summit, to be held on September 20, 2024, for high school students and MSU undergraduates. This year’s theme is “Elections & Politics.” Organized by
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MSU Museum to Celebrate Renovation, Launch New Off-Site Location, and Unveil Vision for the Future of Interdisciplinary Museums

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The Michigan State University (MSU) Museum is thrilled to announce a launch event commemorating a new programming space at 311 Abbot in downtown East Lansing while the Museum undergoes building renovations. This special event will not only celebrate these important milestones
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