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fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

This silent-film-era instrument is disappearing. Not on Joe's watch

You wouldn't expect, for example, that it contains a 20-seat silent movie theater with a semi-complete organ, a mini museum dedicated to instruments of the silent cinema era, or an extensive basement workshop whirring with the sounds of power tools. And you certainly wouldn't expect the 74-year-old Rinaudo seated at a century-old instrument, yanking pull-cords and pushing pedals while the machine in front of him whirs and whistles to a rag-timey tune.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

San Jose youth keep Chinese American heritage alive at History Park

Anti-Asian laws, violence, and exclusion in San Jose's history mirror modern immigration enforcement; a local museum preserves Heinlenville's community memory.
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fromItsnicethat
5 months ago

Discover Australia's smallest museums, and the strange treasures they hold

Documenting small museums reveals the dedication of local custodians and enriches the understanding of community histories.
Simone's project emphasizes diverse identities and personal stories tied to Australia’s smallest museums.
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