National Museum of American Diplomacy

One of the best ways to learn and analyze history is by hearing from the people who were actually there. Challenge your students to hear the oral histories found within NMAD’s online exhibit, “The Rise and Fall of the Berlin Wall,” to understand how different perspectives support, contradict, or add to the current understanding of the Berlin Wall and the Cold War period. Download the free resources: https://lnkd.in/ebCeM-E8

On December 11, join NMAD’s Head of Curatorial and Research Dr. Alison Mann at the Mary Riley Styles Public Library in Falls Church, VA for a talk, “The Rogers Act: 100 Years of the Foreign Service.” RSVP: https://lnkd.in/ePx9X9pD Image: NMAD’s “Spotlight on Diplomacy” exhibit that features various training materials and documents pertaining to the U.S. Foreign Service.

“The New is Knocking” To celebrate the 35th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, NMAD invites you to explore the full story of American diplomacy in Germany during the Cold War, from the 1945 Potsdam Conference to the Two Plus Four Agreement, reunifying East and West Germany. The online exhibit features the Signature Segment of the Berlin Wall, displayed proudly at NMAD. Explore our full online exhibit: https://lnkd.in/e9-fzT8P

We are excited to welcome Dr. Leslee Michelsen as the new Director of the National Museum of American Diplomacy! Dr. Michelsen joins NMAD with over 18 years of global museum leadership experience, including at the Shangri La Museum in Honolulu, the Museum of Islamic Art in Doha, the Turquoise Mountain Foundation in Kabul, andUNESCO Afghanistan. “It’s been my privilege personally to see American diplomacy in action around the planet, from working on architectural preservation at Ambassadors Fund sites to volunteering with vaccination drives to being the recipient of consular care,” says Michelsen. “A key factor in my approach to museums is that they are in service to society—I think that at the U.S. Department of State, we are in alignment on that core principle, which will allow us to continue to make bright, bold choices at NMAD.” Learn more about Dr. Michelsen: https://lnkd.in/eNUTyefw

#WereHiring! NMAD is seeking a number of positions to support a variety of components of the museum. The museum is currently looking for professionals in visitor services, public programs, and audio/visual technical support. Apply today: https://lnkd.in/ekVAN6tX #Museums #PublicAffairs #Events #TechnicalSupport

We would have been all in on Final Jeopardy! last month, which featured a question from our very own National Museum of American Diplomacy. ? The question was: "Before her death in 2022, she pledged her collection of more than 200 pins to the National Museum of American Diplomacy.” Would you have been champion? ? By the way, if you can’t make it to Washington to see the pins, check out the exhibit online. https://lnkd.in/gtF-FWTf https://lnkd.in/ecVj5Cpf

There is no better way to learn a world language than by discussing world issues.? As we approach the end of Hispanic Heritage Month, NMAD is excited to launch our new Spanish-translated materials. The first round of NMAD resources you love, from videos to classroom activities and even a simulation, are now available in Spanish. No hay mejor manera de aprender una idioma del mundo que discutir los problemas del mundo. A medida que nos acercamos, NMAD se complace en lanzar nuestros nuevos materiales traducidos al espa?ol. El primer grupo de recursos que te encantan, desde videos hasta actividades en el aula e incluso una simulación, ahora están disponibles en espa?ol. Take your students’ language skills to the next level: https://lnkd.in/e-9SDiXz

To celebrate all of the exciting exhibits we hosted over the past couple of months, NMAD welcomed our wonderful visitors into the space to explore what has been on display. From the sculptures of “Treaties on De-Fences” to the original North Atlantic Treaty to Secretary Albright’s “Read My Pins” collection, the Fall Open House showcased a multitude of moments in American diplomacy.?

Last week, NMAD celebrated the closing of “Treaties on De-Fences” with a closing lecture by the exhibit’s artist, Jorge Otero-Pailos. This summer, we were honored to host the art installation for our visitors to explore! Check out some photos from the evening, which capture remarks by Deputy Assistant Secretary for European and Eurasian Affairs Sharon Hudson-Dean and a special appearance from Norwegian Ambassador-Designate to the United States, Anniken Huitfeldt.?

Last week, NMAD celebrated the installation of the “Read My Pins: The Madeleine Albright Collection” exhibit with friends and family of Secretary Albright. The event featured a special jazz performance and remarks from Acting Under Secretary of State Lee Satterfield and Secretary Albright’s daughter, Katie Albright. To honor the late Secretary and her passion for pin diplomacy, some guests even arrived wearing their favorite brooch. A sincere thank you to Elaine Shocas, Jacob Freedman, and the Albright family for their collaboration on this exhibit. We are honored to display this exhibit and honor Secretary Albright’s service. Check out some of the highlights from the evening.