Craft in America

Joanne Hyppolite on NMAAHC's Art Smith collection

Curator Joanne Hyppolite on National Museum of African American History & Culture's collection of Art Smith work and personal items. Bonus video from the JEWELRY episode, streaming starting Nov 4, 2021. PBS broadcast premiere Dec 10, 2021 (check local listings)

Joanne Hyppolite on NMAAHC's Art Smith collection

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