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![A blue column is hoisted by a crane next to a large blue sculpture of a stick figure that is wrapped in protective material.]()
new video loaded: Kennedy Center Remove Landmark ‘Blue’ Sculpture From Grounds
The Kennedy Center removed a sculpture called “Blue,” by Joel Shapiro, from its grounds on Wednesday. The work was targeted for removal after President Trump took over the center, documents obtained by The New York Times show.
By Cynthia Silva
September 2, 2026
