An affiliate of the Smithsonian, the Headley-Whitney Museum is a decorative arts museum founded by famed jewelry designer George W. Headley and is home to his jewelry designs and eclectic collections.
Spanish Mustangs: Photography of John S. Hockensmith
Through Nov. 8
Taken by Georgetown, Ky., resident John Hockensmith, the equine photographs are featured in his new book, "Spanish Mustangs in the Great American West: Return of the Horse to America," which chronicles the history of the Spanish Mustang. Complementing the photographs will be a variety of decorative art objects featuring Spanish Mustangs and the Old West.
Museum Day 2009
Sept. 26
The Headley-Whitney Museum will participate in the fifth annual Museum Day, presented by Smithsonian magazine. Doors will be open free of charge to Smithsonian magazine readers and Smithsonian.com visitors at museums and cultural institutions nationwide. Visit www.smithsonian.com/museumday to download your Museum Day Admission Card.