Yes, you read that right. It hath been taken there.
I’m happy to announce that Mingering Mike has a new and permanent home at The Smithsonian American Art Museum. It’s the best possible scenario and the one we’ve been hoping for all along - Mike is well taken care of, the collection stays intact here at home in DC, and ultimately millions of people will see Mike’s work up close and personal for years to come. The museum is ecstatic about the acquisition (over 150 pieces total) and they’ve scheduled a dedicated Mingering Mike show for 2015. Already a team of conservators is working its magic to make sure that those faded, cardboard records last forever.
It’s hard to believe that this story began 9 long years ago, in January of 2004! Huge thanks to all of you who have helped us out in various ways over the years. I certainly couldn’t have taken it this far on my own. I haven’t posted here in forever, but I do still lurk on occasion and have a big sentimental connection to this place. It seems only be right to announce the big news here first.
I really hope that some of you are able to see the albums in person one day. Even after all this time, I guarantee that they will blow your fucking minds.
Dori
I’m happy to announce that Mingering Mike has a new and permanent home at The Smithsonian American Art Museum. It’s the best possible scenario and the one we’ve been hoping for all along - Mike is well taken care of, the collection stays intact here at home in DC, and ultimately millions of people will see Mike’s work up close and personal for years to come. The museum is ecstatic about the acquisition (over 150 pieces total) and they’ve scheduled a dedicated Mingering Mike show for 2015. Already a team of conservators is working its magic to make sure that those faded, cardboard records last forever.
It’s hard to believe that this story began 9 long years ago, in January of 2004! Huge thanks to all of you who have helped us out in various ways over the years. I certainly couldn’t have taken it this far on my own. I haven’t posted here in forever, but I do still lurk on occasion and have a big sentimental connection to this place. It seems only be right to announce the big news here first.
I really hope that some of you are able to see the albums in person one day. Even after all this time, I guarantee that they will blow your fucking minds.
Dori
