If,
like us, you're obsessed with the new TV drama Alias,
you'll be delighted to learn that a new museum completely dedicated
to international espionage will be opening this June in the nation's
capital.
The
International Spy Museum will explore the craft, practice, history
and contemporary role of espionage, and is the only one in the world
to provide a global perspective on an all-but-invisible profession
that has shaped history and continues to have a significant impact
on world events.
The
International Spy Museum will feature the largest collection of
international espionage artifacts ever placed on public display.
Many of these objects will be seen for the first time outside of
the intelligence community. These artifacts will be used to illuminate
the work of famous spies and pivotal espionage actions as well as
help bring to life the strategies and techniques of the men and
women behind some of the most secretive espionage missions in world
history. Artifacts include:
The
mission of the International Spy Museum is to educate the public
about espionage in an engaging way and to provide a context that
fosters understanding of its important role in and impact on current
and historic events. The Museum focuses on human intelligence and
reveals the role spies have played in world events throughout history.
It is committed to the apolitical presentation of the history of
espionage in order to provide visitors with nonbiased, accurate
information.
“In
a democracy it is especially important for the public to have a
more realistic understanding of the intelligence business so we
can appreciate its role in our society and impact upon major world
events,” stated Milton Maltz, chairman of the advisory board
of the International Spy Museum. “Spying is an integral part
of political and social landscapes across the globe, and how it
is practiced affects each of us individually, shaping the kind of
society and world we live in.”
For more information, call 202.EYE.SPY.U (202.393.7798) or visit
www.spymuseum.org.
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