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One Man’s Trash Is Another Man’s Fantastic Star Wars Art Exhibit
Why yes, that is a Star Wars logo made from pieces of perfectly coordinated trash on sticks in artist “Red” Hong Yi’s work. Man, I feel so guilty for recycling my old books of construction paper. I could’ve been using them to make art. Just kidding, I’d have to actually be an artist to accomplish…
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University Threatens Destruction Of Millions Of Specimens If Museum Of Natural History Collection Not Relocated
According to a Facebook post from the University of Louisiana at Monroe Museum of Natural History, administrators have demanded that 6.5 million plant and fish specimens must find a new home on campus within 48 hours or they will be have to be donated or destroyed. Apparently, space is needed for the track team.
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Watch 130-Year-Old Samurai Armour Get Restored To A Pristine And Fearsome State
Video: Iki-ningyō are life-sized dolls that were primarily used in festivals and exhibitions in Japan. This one, which belongs to the Victoria and Albert Museum, is estimated to have been made around 1880, shortly after the samurai class was outlawed.
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How The Smithsonian Is 3D-Scanning Its Entire Collection
The Smithsonian’s been a fan of 3D scanning and printing for some time, but now it’s decided to use lasers to preserve its entire collection for future generations.