Ranger of the Lost Art: The Return of WPA Posters to the Public

Dates
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Location
Stewart Lee Udall Department of the Interior Sidney R. Yates Auditorium
Fee
Free
Description

Come and join former seasonal National Park ranger Doug Leen as he recounts his 50 year quest through dusty attics, junk shops, stuffed garages, and courtrooms to rediscover and collect original National Park posters from a series created by the WPA from 1938 to 1941. Since starting this journey, 12 of the 14 original designs have been discovered. Eleven of these designs will be on view in the Sidney R. Yates Auditorium from 12:30pm to 2:45pm in conjunction with the talk.

Special Assistance - For those in need of special assistance (such as an interpreter for the hearing impaired) or inquiries regarding the accessible entrance, please notify museum staff at (202) 208-4743 in advance of the program. Special needs will be accommodated whenever possible.

Building Access - All adults must present a valid photo ID to enter the building. All visitors will be subject to security screenings, including bag and parcel checks.

Location - The Sidney R Yates Auditorium is located inside the C Street Lobby of the Stewart Lee Udall Department of the Interior Building, 1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC, 20240.

Contact
Diana Warring
Phone
202-208-4743

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