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The Artist and His Museum
Charles Willson Peale and the First Public Museum in the United States
Long before the Smithsonian, one man dared to imagine that ordinary Americans deserved a place to wonder. Charles Willson Peale was a Revolutionary War veteran, a portrait painter of the Founding Fathers, and a man of insatiable curiosity. This is the story of how he built something extraordinary — and why it still matters today.
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Diane Webber is a writer passionate about making American history accessible and exciting for young readers. Her work explores the fascinating people and places that shaped the nation we know today.
When she's not researching in dusty archives or visiting historic sites, she loves connecting with students, educators, and fellow history enthusiasts.
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"A remarkable piece of YA non-fiction that brings a forgotten chapter of American history vividly to life."
"Webber has a gift for making history feel immediate and personal. Young readers will be riveted."
"Essential reading for any young person interested in art, science, or the founding of America."
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