Another artifact has been claimed as stolen: the Government of Turkey wants a stone idol that was recently sold at auction. I spoke to Bloomberg about how the art world is now handling stolen art. Read about my take, and more about the Stargazer idol, in Bloomberg.
Recorded Talk about "Sacred and Stolen" at Chautauqua Women’s Club
This last weekend, I was honored to give a talk about "Sacred and Stolen" at Chautauqua Women’s Club. They recorded the talk for everyone to enjoy, and you can watch it below.
In Newsweek: Tracking Antiquities to Prevent Looting
In this Newsweek article about new technology to track antiquities, I weigh in on the question of how ISIS may or may not be looting antiquities for financial gain.
Art and Criminality on the Leonard Lopate Show
In this radio segment, I talk about the behind-the-scenes process of how antiquities journey into museums. I discuss the "wild west" of the art world and its ethical implications.
"Of Saints and Vandals": Coverage in Weekly Standard
James Gardner of Weekly Standard wrote about "Sacred and Stolen," and the intrigue of going behind-the-scenes in the museum world.
Yale and Returning Stolen Antiquities, Covered in Crain's Connecticut
James Mosher of Crain's Connecticut covers my discussion of stolen antiquities from my reading at the Ferguson Library in Stamford, Connecticut. Read more about how a recent case involving Yale returning art to Peru demonstrates the new rules for ancient treasures.
LifeZette Covers "Sacred and Stolen"
LifeZette's Heather Hunter covers the danger facing antiquities in the face of ISIS. She discusses my newest book, "Sacred and Stolen."
"The Art of Exhibition" at Carleton College
This summer, I worked with students at Carleton College to create an exhibit to explore my alma mater's history, in honor of its Sesquicentennial. I spoke with a Minnesota entertainment guide about the process of creating the exhibit. Read it online by clicking below!
Video Interview on Book Trib
I chat with Book Trib about "Sacred and Stolen," what it was like to be a museum director, and more. Watch below!
October and November Events
I'm excited to continue talking about my newest book, "Sacred and Stolen: Confessions of a Museum Director."
Here, I'll round up some of the events where you can hear more about the book, and other topics, this fall.
10/5/16: Pikesville Friends Speaker Series in Pikesville, Maryland
Catch me at the Pikesville Branch of the Baltimore County Public Library from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
10/23/2016: TEFAF Coffee Talks: "A New Normal for Collecting Antiquities in a Post-Loot Culture"
I'll be speaking about the morals of trading antiquities on a panel of experts at the TEFAF art fair.
11/3/2016: Art to Dine For: "From Holy Land to Graceland," Fells Point, Baltimore
From 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., join me for a night that is all about Elvis! We'll eat Elvis' favorite foods, and discuss the man, the legend, the king. Tickets are $55, with discounts available for Creative Alliance members.
My dog is very excited about his copy.