DC -- Natl Museum of American History -- Exhibit: The Muppets Take American History:
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November 12, 2020 – Indefinitely
In this series of special pop-up displays, Muppets from the collection will be appearing in unexpected places in some of our best-loved exhibitions, inviting visitors to look at history through a fun new lens. Look for Fozzie Bear to debut within America on the Move and Boober from Fraggle Rock near the Food exhibition. Muppets and locations will change 2-3 times per year.
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A character on the children's television show Fraggle Rock, Boober is anxious and fretful but finds joy in cooking.
When you're feeling blue, what's comfort food for you?
Boober puppet, 1982
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MUPPET_210723_10.JPG: The Muppets have come out of storage to visit their favorite exhibits.
With his terrible jokes and signature last (wocka wocka!), Fozzie was the well-meaning but struggling comedian on The Muppet Show.
What is your favorite joke?
Fozzie puppet, around 1977-1979
MUPPET_211004_21.JPG: The Muppets have come out of storage to visit their favorite exhibits.
With his terrible jokes and signature last (wocka wocka!), Fozzie was the well-meaning but struggling comedian on The Muppet Show.
What is your favorite joke?
Fozzie puppet, around 1977-1979
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Description of Subject Matter: The Muppets Take American History
November 12, 2020 – Indefinitely
In this series of special pop-up displays, Muppets from the collection will be appearing in unexpected places in some of our best-loved exhibitions, inviting visitors to look at history through a fun new lens. Look for Fozzie Bear to debut within America on the Move and Boober from Fraggle Rock near the Food exhibition. Muppets and locations will change 2-3 times per year.
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Trips this year:
(May, October) After getting fully vaccinated, I made two trips down to Asheville, NC to visit my dad and his wife Dixie, and
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