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Which organization did Mellon's philanthropy not play a role in establishing?

  • National Endowment for the Arts

  • Carnegie Mellon University

  • National Portrait Gallery

  • National Gallery of Art

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Contrary to popular belief, Andrew Mellon's extensive philanthropic efforts did not contribute to the establishment of the National Gallery of Art. Mellon's generosity primarily focused on institutions such as the National Air and Space Museum and the National Museum of American History, leaving the National Gallery of Art's founding to other notable figures and organizations.
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