Visiting Entertainment Nation

by Professor Ali Alavi, Business

On Saturday, October 7, 2023, the students in my two Introduction to Business classes visited the Entertainment Nation Exhibit at the National Museum of American History. During the visit each group selected one object displayed at the exhibit as the basis of their project. In the next three weeks, each group will develop a report which will include information on the selected entertainer and\or the selected entertainment product (i.e. a TV show, a movie, a music album, etc.) and the role it played in shaping the culture, creating new trends and markets, influencing the politics and\or affecting the socioeconomic environment of its time. The groups will also explain whether they think the exhibit has achieved its mission. Furthermore, they will explain which entertainer or entertainment product in their opinion was missing and why.

Quotes from my students:

“The entertainment exhibit was an eye-opening experience for me. Seeing the impact of entertainment on the American society firsthand” – Thomas Sigman

“The Entertainment Nation provided us with a beautiful glimpse into the American culture. It was an interesting collection of iconic pieces.” – Hania Perez

“Lights, camera, action, with history all around us informing us of all iconic entertainers”- Koryn Llufire Siclla

“Having pieces of history so close to touch was a surreal experience”- Nicoy Foster

“I always knew Kermit would be happy to see me” – Gamal Abdelgadir