WETA Arts May 2022
May marks the 100th anniversary of the dedication of the Lincoln Memorial. This month, WETA Arts host Felicia Curry and Mike Litterst, Chief of Communications for the National Mall, explore the surprising history of the iconic structure. Plus, a new chamber opera, “Unknown,” commemorates the 100th anniversary of the dedication of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery.
Origin of the Lincoln Memorial
Looking for more Lincoln? Check out the first Lincoln Statue from 1868, in front of the DC Court of Appeals, 451 Indiana Avenue NW. If nature is more your speed, check out Lincoln Park in Capitol Hill, formerly known as Lincoln Square. And for a deep dive into the history of DC’s design, check out Designing the Nation's Capital: The 1901 Plan for Washington, D.C., a publication by the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts.
100th Anniversary of the Lincoln Memorial
The 100th anniversary of the dedication of the Lincoln Memorial occurs on May 30, 2022. To celebrate, The National Park Service and its partners are sponsoring a number of events throughout the month of May. Check their website for info on family days, conversations with guest speakers, and special ceremonies highlighting the memorial’s history in the civil rights movement.
The opera “Unknown”, commissioned by UrbanArias
Discover more about “Unknown” through UrbanArias’ digital programming, available on their website. If opera has piqued your interest, you can also check out UrbanArias’ upcoming performance schedule.
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Preview: WETA Arts May 2022
S9 E8 - 30s
May marks the 100th anniversary of the dedication of the Lincoln Memorial. This month, WETA Arts host Felicia Curry and Mike Litterst, Chief of Communications for the National Mall, explore the surprising history of the iconic structure. Plus, a new chamber opera, “Unknown,” commemorates the 100th anniversary of the dedication of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery.
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