History and Culture by Bicycle

This blog is about historical and cultural sites, places and events all over the world visited by bicycle or that could be visited by bicycle. It is to show that a motor vehicle does not always have to be used and it is often better to visit these places by bicycle.

Sunday, July 10, 2016

Wandering Spirit, African Wax Prints: Heart of Barack

On temporary display at the Sioux City Public Museum is the Wandering Spirit exhibit.




Previous articles in series:
Wandering Spirit, African Wax Prints: Introduction and Information
Wandering Spirit, African Wax Prints: Bull's Eyes
Wandering Spirit, African Wax Prints: Happy Family
Wandering Spirit, African Wax Prints: ABC
Wandering Spirit, African Wax Prints: Rolls Royce
Wandering Spirit, African Wax Prints: Olympics
Wandering Spirit, African Wax Prints: Air Conditioner
Wandering Spirit, African Wax Prints: Broom
Wandering Spirit, African Wax Prints: Good Living
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