Tom Provost and the Making of "Young Washington" film and Ellen Stofan (The Smithsonian) Re: New Exhibitions (America250)

Tom Provost and the Making of "Young Washington" film and Ellen Stofan (The Smithsonian) Re: New Exhibitions (America250)

Author: Janice Malone, Film Festival Radio, Bleav June 26, 2026 Duration: 34:04
Guests: Ellen Stofan, Under Secretary for Science and Research at the Smithsonian, chats about how the Institution is marking the nation’s 250th anniversary thru their new initiative "Our Shared Future: 250." And acclaimed screenwriter Tom Provost chats about being the co-screenwriter of the new historic film 'Young Washington.' This historic film explores the formative years of President George Washington, featuring an all-star cast of top actors.

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