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Denied its usual National Mall location, the Smithsonian Folklife Festival set out on a nine-month journey exploring local traditions across America.

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Smithsonian Folklife Festival Takes Nine-Month Tour After National Mall Denial

The Smithsonian Folklife Festival took to the road for nine months after being denied use of its usual location on the National Mall, according to The New York Times.

The journey focused on local traditions across America, moving the festival away from its customary setting.

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