No one tells America’s stories like its artists. Look closely at early American creativity, from stately portraits to breathtaking landscapes. Together, these works reveal a complex nation inventing and reinventing itself. During this conversation, we’ll consider American art—and the stories behind it—from different perspectives.  

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