Posts by Kelly Richman-Abdou

Kelly Richman-Abdou

Kelly Richman-Abdou was a Contributing Writer at My Modern Met. An art historian living in Paris, Kelly was born and raised in San Francisco and holds a BA in Art History from the University of San Francisco and an MA in Art and Museum Studies from Georgetown University. When she’s not writing, you can find Kelly wandering around Paris, whether she’s leading a tour (as a guide, she has been interviewed by BBC World News America and France 24) or simply taking a stroll with her husband and two tiny daughters.
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September 5, 2019

Hundreds of Museums Will Offer Free Admission on ‘Museum Day’ This Month

For over 170 years, the Smithsonian has served as a “place of scientific discovery, cultural exploration, and collaborative learning.” In order to foster this mission, the Washington DC-based institution has been committed to keeping its collections free to the public. While offering complimentary admission is not a common practice among American museums, hundreds of sites across the country will follow suit as a part of Smithsonian Magazine‘s Museum Day.

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August 25, 2019

15 Whimsical Gifts for Anyone Who Loves the Wonderful ‘Wizard of Oz’

On August 25, 1939, The Wizard of Oz debuted on the silver screen. Widely celebrated as one of the greatest films in cinematic history, this classic has been beloved by audiences for years—80, to be exact. To commemorate this magical milestone, we've put together a collection of Wizard of Oz gifts bound to make even Dorothy's dreams come true. This selection of goodies imagines iconic motifs from the Oscar-winning film as quirky products.

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August 21, 2019

‘Archidoodle’ Activity Book Helps Aspiring Architects Get Their Plans on Paper

When you were a kid, did you love completing puzzles and following prompts? If so, you've probably enthusiastically embraced the recent adult activity book trend. From a fun field guide to a pop-up planetarium, nostalgic authors are crafting age-appropriate books with a hands-on twist. While many of these books aim to keep you busy or help you relax, some let you follow your artistic aspirations, like Archidoodle.

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