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On September 18, 2019, the National Museum of American History awarded its signature honor—the Great Americans Medal—to Paul Simon for his significant contributions as a recording artist, songwriter, and philanthropist. The Great Americans Medal is awarded for lifetime contributions embodying American ideas and ideals, and honors individuals who have not only made a lasting impact in their fields, but whose philanthropic and humanitarian endeavors set them apart. An interview of Paul Simon by Smithsonian Regent David M. Rubenstein precedes the medal presentation. View more Great Americans videos at https://s.si.edu/GreatAmericans. For more on the Great Americans Medal and its recipients, visit https://greatamericans.si.edu./
On September 18, 2019, the National Museum of American History awarded its signature honor—the Great Americans Medal—to Paul Simon for his significant contributions as a recording artist, songwriter, and philanthropist. The Great Americans Medal is awarded for lifetime contributions embodying American ideas and ideals, and honors individuals who have not only made a lasting impact in their fields, but whose philanthropic and humanitarian endeavors set them apart. An interview of Paul Simon by Smithsonian Regent David M. Rubenstein precedes the medal presentation. View more Great Americans videos at https://s.si.edu/GreatAmericans. For more on the Great Americans Medal and its recipients, visit https://greatamericans.si.edu./
