Tagged: the wizard of oz

Update: Smithsonian’s “Conserve Dorothy’s Ruby Slippers” Campaign Nears $350,000 During the Final Days on Kickstarter

With its Kickstarter campaign set to close on Wednesday (November 16th), Smithsonian Institute has successfully secured nearly $350,000 for its “Conserve Dorothy’s Ruby Slippers” project. The organization launched the initiative last month originally seeking $300,000. The Ruby Slippers were made nearly 80 years ago for… Read More

Overfunding: Smithsonian’s Ruby Slippers Kickstarter Surpasses $300,000 Funding Target

The Smithsonian Institute has successfully surpassed the $300,000 funding target for its Ruby Slippers Kickstarter. The organization launched the campaign just one week ago to secure the funds to help conserve the iconic Wizard of Oz props. The Ruby Slippers were made nearly 80 years ago… Read More