Author Archives: Alissa Mailen Perrotto

Founded in 1981 and opened in 1987, NMWA is the only museum solely dedicated to celebrating the achievements of women in the visual, performing and literary arts. The museum’s collection features 4,500 works from the 16th century to the present … Continue reading →

In his second inaugural address a few weeks ago, President Barack Obama professed a few words that sent shivers down my spine. “…the most evident of truths—that all of us are created equal—is the star that guides us still, just … Continue reading →

In late December each year, the President of United States lays hand to sign a proclamation for National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. The 2013 prevention month, marked in January, provides space for reflection, knowledge building, and efforts to … Continue reading →