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The Cloisters Museum and Gardens: Behind the Scenes with the Director

Museum Director Thomas P. Campbell explores the masterpieces, gardens, history, and architecture of The Cloisters Museum and Gardens with curator Peter Barnet.
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Museum Director Thomas P. Campbell explores the masterpieces, gardens, history, and architecture of The Cloisters Museum and Gardens with curator Peter Barnet.

Learn more about The Cloisters Museum and Gardens:
http://www.metmuseum.org/cloisters/

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