Several unique Memphis assets received coverage in national magazines that hit the stands this week. The National Ornamental Metal Museum gets the attention that it deserves in Smithsonian, while Three 6 Mafia – called instant stars – are shown in Vanity Fair at its Oscar party.

Sunday’s New York Times gave prominent coverage to movie director Craig Brewer’s latest, “Black Snake Moan.” It’s at http://www.nytimes.com/2006/04/23/movies/23john.html.