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Director Brent D. Glass offers a brief overview of the Museum's mission, collections, exhibitions, and programs.
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The Museum has begun an exciting project to revitalize its building. The Museum closed on September 5, 2006 for major architectural renovations and is scheduled to reopen by fall 2008.
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