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There’s a growing movement to make sure museums know where their art came from

A person stands in an art gallery, contemplating the collection of framed paintings on a textured wall. Informational plaques detail each artworks provenance, enhancing the experience. The warm wooden floor adds a welcoming touch to the setting.
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“BOSTON, Mass. — In museums across the country, there is a growing push to return art that was potentially stolen or looted decades or even centuries ago. It all comes during a new era of accountability for public institutions.”

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