Joan Boudreau describes how some humble wooden blocks led to the reunion of a collection linked to the U.S. Exploring Expedition—one of the most important sources of scientific knowledge and collections for the young Smithsonian. Continue reading Backroom Stories: The graphic (art) tale of the U.S. Exploring Expedition’s report
James Deutsch rides along with this SI photographer as he captures moments that make the mundane memorable. Continue reading Moments on the Metro: The Photographs of Hugh Talman
We may be a little late for the holiday season, but the spirit and creativity of our colleagues is something to be celebrated all year long. Continue reading Finally! The post-holidays, after-New Year’s, not quite Spring, too early for July 4, Annual Smithsonian Winter Greeting Card
Feeling a little fatigued about the current state of American politics? Refresh yourself and gain some perspective by visiting “America’s Presidents” at the National Portrait Gallery. Continue reading Celebrate President’s Day in the company of greatness
Escape the winter cold and step into a floral oasis in the Kogod Courtyard with Smithsonian Gardens’ 24th annual orchid exhibition. Continue reading There’s a good reason the annual orchid exhibition opens in February
Valentine’s may be all flowers and chocolate today, but the Postal Museum shows how the Victorians enjoyed vinegar as much as honey. Continue reading Love and derision: Or, Valentine’s Day Victorian Style
Ever wonder how museum exhibitions are put together? Here’s your answer. Continue reading Unearthing ancient sea monsters: The making of an exhibition
You’d expect a pizza sent from across the Atlantic to be a little cold when it arrives. Not if it’s warmed by the comaraderie of the international museum community. Continue reading OPS officers get some pizza appreciation
As we all get back into the swing of day-to-day activities, there are a few important updates on pay, leave and benefits, which will help you get off to a fresh start. Continue reading Update: Important Benefit Reminders
Birds do it, bees do it, even naked mole rats and rare kiwis do it. Catch up on the news (and the new arrivals) at the Smithsonian National Zoo. Continue reading It’s all happening at the Zoo
In this episode of Sidedoor, Cheech Marin is our guide to the wildly creative and ingenious world of rasquachismo—the Chicano art of working with what you've got. Continue reading Sidedoor: Cheech Marin Gets Artsy
The call for nominations is out for America's best and brightest. Continue reading 2019 Ingenuity Award Nominations
The Smithsonian Institution Docent Exchange invites ALL Smithsonian docents to attend the annual SIDE Workshop. Continue reading You’re invited! Annual Docent Workshop
We spent the week with a song in our hearts and soul food in our stomachs. All in all, not such a bad week! Continue reading ICYMI: Highlights from the week that was Feb. 10 – 16, 2019
February 22, 1969. The Portrait Gallery debuts an exhibition that honors the gallery's origins in the 19th-century publication “The National Portrait Gallery of Distinguished Americans.” Continue reading Today in Smithsonian History: February 22, 1969
