Smithsonian showcased a Maya Lin exhibition marking 40 years of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.
On November 13, 2022, the Smithsonian Institution hosted an exhibition celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial's dedication. This exhibition highlighted Maya Lin's extensive career and her groundbreaking work on the memorial. The retrospective offered a comprehensive view of her influential designs, examining how they redefine commemorative space through minimalist aesthetics and deep emotional resonance. The event reaffirmed Lin's enduring legacy in the field of public memorial design, honoring her continued contributions to art and architecture.