Program Series: 2026 Oscars Season Public Programs
Women at the Oscars: Milestones and Looking Forward
Free with museum admission
Fri, Mar 20, 2026
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Gallery Spotlight: Archiving the Academy
Without careful preservation, many precious and enlightening objects from the film industry would be lost to time. Across all 19 of our branches, ranging from acting to writing to artist representation, the Academy strives to preserve and document rare photographs, one-of-a-kind objects, iconic costumes, props and more. Join us as we share the Academy's efforts to preserve and nurture the legacy of film history.
About Gallery Spotlights
Gallery Spotlights feature special guests who bring fresh insights to our exhibitions. Join us for revealing monthly conversations connecting the objects in our galleries to the art and history of moviemaking.
If you have any questions or need assistance planning your visit, please email museumeducation@oscars.org.
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Inside Jaws: The Art of Casting with Richard Hicks
Casting director and Academy member Richard Hicks reveals how casting is key to creating an authentic onscreen atmosphere, using Jaws: The Exhibition as a backdrop.
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Close-Up Tours: Academy Awards History
Join educators as they highlight the Academy Awards History gallery.
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Exploring History through One Night in Miami...
In person: director Regina King. writer/producer Kemp Powers, and moderator Ellen C. Scott
In-Gallery
Inside Jaws: The Art of Casting with Richard Hicks
Casting director and Academy member Richard Hicks reveals how casting is key to creating an authentic onscreen atmosphere, using Jaws: The Exhibition as a backdrop.
Conversations
In Focus: Production Design in Animation
Peek behind the curtain of animated worlds with production designer Kendal Cronkhite, including her work as an art director on films such as James and the Giant Peach (1996) and her continued work on DreamWorks films like Trolls World Tour (2020).
In-Gallery
Gallery Spotlight: Archiving the Academy
Without careful preservation, many precious and enlightening objects from the film industry would be lost to time. Across all 19 of our branches, ranging from acting to writing to artist representation, the Academy strives to preserve and document rare photographs, one-of-a-kind objects, iconic costumes, props and more. Join us as we share the Academy's efforts to preserve and nurture the legacy of film history.
About Gallery Spotlights
Gallery Spotlights feature special guests who bring fresh insights to our exhibitions. Join us for revealing monthly conversations connecting the objects in our galleries to the art and history of moviemaking.
If you have any questions or need assistance planning your visit, please email museumeducation@oscars.org.