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Elisa Hough
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The Nur Qanon Ensemble takes its name from the pomegranate, a popular food in Armenia and a symbol of unity.
Artists from both side of the Atlantic collaborated to create a new—and very short-lived—centerpiece on the National Mall.
What do Armenia and Catalonia have in common? Pottery traditions, mosaic art, blacksmithing, delicious food, and fierce pride in their cultures.
The Folklife Festival continued today with better weather, music from every corner, and a few VIP visitors.
Our programs opened up at the same time as the sky—despite heavy rain this morning, visitors came to enjoy the sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of Armenia and Catalonia.
This sound collage includes a banjo rendition of the National Anthem, an origin country role call, and remarks from a Citizenship Ceremony conducted at the Festival.
D.L. Menard performed twice at the Folklife Festival, in 1976 for the bicentennial celebration and in 1985 for the Louisiana program.
Kino Musica is a very D.C. band: the product of colliding music scenes, friendships made during Smithsonian internships, and the influence of Ethiopian community.
The 50th anniversary of the Folklife Festival came to a close Sunday evening with a Salute to Youth Circus and a ceremonial stomp through the sawdust carpet.
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