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Smithsonian Honors Portrait of America Award Recipients

12/21/2025

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The Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery unveiled four new portraits honoring this year's Portrait of America award recipients.
The honorees are recognized for their significant contributions to American history and culture.
Among the honorees is Temple Grandin, animal welfare advocate, noted for her impact on public perception of autism.
John Yang, PBS NewsHour journalist, will interview Temple Grandin in the Weekend Spotlight segment.

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The Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery unveiled four new portraits honoring this year's Portrait of America award recipients.
The honorees are recognized for their significant contributions to American history and culture.
Among the honorees is Temple Grandin, animal welfare advocate, noted for her impact on public perception of autism.
John Yang, PBS NewsHour journalist, will interview Temple Grandin in the Weekend Spotlight segment.