The Vietnam War Memorial was one of the most controversial monuments of its time. Thrust in to the eye of the storm was architect-sculptor Maya Lin, whose design for the memorial was chosen when she was a 21-year-old college student. Withstanding bitter attacks, she held her ground with clarity and grace. Watch POV Maya Lin: A Strong Clear Vision Tuesday at 9pm and stream on the PBS app: https://to.pbs.org/44YryfQ | New Mexico PBS

Maya Lin, designer, architect, and artist, gained international recognition when she designed the Vietnam Veterans Memorial at 21 years old. An environmental activist, she continues to create art to highlight humanity's impact on the planet. #BecauseOfHerStory Learn more about Maya Lin's life & work in this talk from the Smithsonian's Archives of American Art: https://bit.ly/2UfXoPl | Smithsonian Channel