Jul
02
Our Smithsonian: We are the Smithsonian
On the 10th anniversary of our first Smithsonian selfie, a reminder that we’re just as good-looking as ever. Continue reading Our Smithsonian: We are the Smithsonian
Jul
01
Oris Sanjur is the first woman to head the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute
Author of more than 20 peer-reviewed articles and with three decades of experience at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Center, Dr. Oris Sanjur takes the the helm as Acting Director. Continue reading Oris Sanjur is the first woman to head the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute
Jun
30
Join us on a summer road trip
In collaboration with USA TODAY, the Smithsonian presents Summer Road Trip, a Smithsonian at-home activity guide. Continue reading Join us on a summer road trip
Jun
26
Sidedoor: Shredding Skateboarding’s Glass Ceiling
When a female athlete in perhaps the coolest sport ever asked for parity with male athletes, it rocked the X-games. Yes, even now, in the the 21st century. Continue reading Sidedoor: Shredding Skateboarding’s Glass Ceiling
Jun
19
Juneteenth: A Celebration of resilience
In celebration of Juneteenth, join Secretary Lonnie Bunch on a virtual tour of the Slavery and Freedom exhibition at the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Continue reading Juneteenth: A Celebration of resilience
Jun
15
Searching for Godzilla
Brett Gonzalez and his colleagues dive deep into lightless caves to find some of the world’s rarest invertebrates—including some unknown to science. Continue reading Searching for Godzilla
Jun
11
Sidedoor: America’s Unknown Celebrity Chef
Lena Richard’s famous gumbo was a legend long before Julia Child attempted a fricassee. Sidedoor explores Richards’ improbable celebrity. Continue reading Sidedoor: America’s Unknown Celebrity Chef
Jun
09
Left, right or somewhere in the middle
People are taking to the streets and there is a lot at stake as we head toward the presidential election. It’s important to be involved, but as a Smithsonian employee, you may be limited in the ways you contribute to the political discourse. Continue reading Left, right or somewhere in the middle
Jun
03
Dr. Kay Behrensmeyer: Scaling the heights of scientific acheivement
Dr Kay Behrensmeyer is a leading light for women in science. Continue reading Dr. Kay Behrensmeyer: Scaling the heights of scientific acheivement
May
31
Struggling to make sense of the senseless
Secretary Bunch asks, “Will we challenge the nation to live up to its founding ideals?” Continue reading Struggling to make sense of the senseless
