Help choose a historical figure whose biographical portrait will be composed by Robert Weingarten, a noted photographic artist. Read about Audie Murphy, Alice Paul, Celia Cruz, Samuel Morse, and Frederick Douglass and then vote for the figure you would like to see portrayed.
The finished portrait will be unveiled this fall and displayed at the Smithsonian. Voting opens May 11, 2012 and runs through May 26, 2012. Voting extended through May 28!
VOTING HAS ENDED!
See who won and what happens next.
This project is inspired by the exhibition Pushing Boundaries: Portraits by Robert Weingarten, on view July 2-October 14 at the Smithsonian’s International Gallery, Ripley Center on the National Mall.
It was hard to choose betwen Murphy,and Celia.They are in differents categories.Murphy was a hero,no honor enough,Celia have a lot of honors in this life.She was cuban as the sugar cane,i love her more here in the exile.Because she was the soul,and songs of Cuba.Mirta Ransom,Brandon Florida.
Posted by: Mirta Ransom | May 19, 2012 at 12:43 AM
I just voted for Celia Cruz, a very
patriotic woman, as well as a very accomplished singer of cuban origins. When asked about her feelings for the USA she answered very strongly that she was born in Cuba but was always in love with the USA which adopted her when she was rejected everywhere. At that time everyone was in love with Fidel Castro, the sworn enemy of this country.
Posted by: Jose J Rivero | May 18, 2012 at 05:25 PM
I'm vote for Celia because she is our Queen.
Posted by: Alfonso Taboada | May 18, 2012 at 05:20 PM
Celia Cruz was a very special person and a great singer. She will be a grand addition to the Smithsonian.
Posted by: Hilda Suris | May 18, 2012 at 03:47 PM
For Celia Cruz, a great human being, superb singer and charming personality. AZZZZZucar! A Latin American ambassador!
Posted by: Claudia Quintana | May 18, 2012 at 02:31 PM
Excellent Latin American artist, whose unique voice of a seal, always full Estadium, plazas and homes for the enjoyment of those who, before and now, and we continue hearing it and loving it.
Posted by: José M. López Sierra | May 18, 2012 at 01:34 PM
There are not many people like Celia Cruz!!! Always a simple and charismatic person till the end, and she gave us such great music!!! As well she represented us throughout the world as a Cuban black woman and above all, a Latin-American icon we should feel proud of!!!!!
Posted by: Handher A | May 18, 2012 at 12:42 PM
CELIA CRUZ IS MY FAVORITE
Posted by: ANGEL FUENTECILLA | May 18, 2012 at 10:58 AM
Celia Cruz was loved from everybody who had the privilege to know her,and her humanitarian work collecting funds to fight cancer, helping who ever needs it, bringing joy and hope all over the world.
Posted by: Enrique Enriquez | May 18, 2012 at 10:47 AM
She was our queen of salsa and a beautiful person will live on forever ( azucar)
Posted by: Enrique Rodriguez | May 18, 2012 at 10:41 AM
my vote, is for the great singer, and best
Cuban representatives the great CELIA azucar
Posted by: claudio D. Mateos | May 18, 2012 at 08:53 AM
Celia Cruz was a wonderful singer, when you hear her music you are inspired to dance
Posted by: niurka lorenzo | May 18, 2012 at 08:53 AM
Audie Muphy was a real hero, the most condecorated soldier in WW2 and I think He must represent the courage, freedom and most valuables convictions of this great country
Posted by: Arnaldo Gonzalez | May 18, 2012 at 08:04 AM
Celia, great woman, proudly cuban, an excepcional human being. We always miss her music, her voice, and her laugh...
Please vote for Celia!!!
Posted by: ABarrios | May 18, 2012 at 07:57 AM
She was a great artist for the America continent. She had the talent and character of a gran lady Latin Jazz singer.
Posted by: maria campo | May 18, 2012 at 07:44 AM
Celia... forever!!!
Posted by: GRACIELA AGUIAR | May 18, 2012 at 07:42 AM
Celia Cruz hands down!
Posted by: pedrovidal@cubansoulfoundation.org | May 18, 2012 at 02:38 AM
Audie Murphy of course! He's my hometown hero!
Posted by: dewight - empower | May 18, 2012 at 12:53 AM
Como todos los grandes, Celia Cruz sigue estando presente en los ánimos de quienes la escuchamos y bailamos al ritmo de su voz. Es presencia viva entre los amantes de la buena música.
Posted by: Rodolfo Torres | May 18, 2012 at 12:19 AM
I remember when She call her husband mi cabecita de algodon,Pedro, they love each other like creizi,, and he love wasching her singing and dancing, with the peaple at the stage,, anywere, they when, for a show,, or presentacion, magnificent,they never had children but, she give a lot to children, with cancer, and pore, flamilys, all over,very dedicated, for Charity,, any where,, a truly wonderfull,,,,and all those wigs she use, for each presentation, cute,,
Posted by: Miriam | May 17, 2012 at 11:54 PM
CELIA CRUZ was the grand lady of latin american music. Her portrait will be a wonderful addition to the Smithsonian
Posted by: Jacob Goldstein MD | May 17, 2012 at 11:52 PM
I vote for Celia Cruz, she was the bests in salsa, wuawuacoo, merenge, and she was a star from begining, to the end, and She has sabor latino,, in her blood and AZUCAR,, for her,, rest in peace,,,it won be no other like Her,, for sure,,,,,in the latino, music,,,as a woman,, fabulosa,,,
Posted by: Miriam | May 17, 2012 at 11:41 PM
She carried herself with poise and integrity, displaying the utmost level of character. This is demonstrated by her music and the legacy she now leaves behind.
Posted by: Eunice Rodriguez | May 17, 2012 at 11:24 PM
Celia Cruz was, is and will be the best singer and exponent of all Hispanics and their culture, a life full of triumphs and flawless attitude to their personal and artistic, such that we should all imitate.
Posted by: Jesus Carreno | May 17, 2012 at 10:52 PM
Celia Cruz was not only a good singer with a solid voice, but a person of high moral character and a great christian who donated millions to charity organizations without telling the world about it! She was also an activist who loved her country. "SHE WAS A TRUE LEADER"
Posted by: Miriam Arencibia de Sarmiento | May 17, 2012 at 09:53 PM