May
18
A few of my favorite things: Josie Fan
Curious teenagers and antique ballgowns have an enthusiastic patron in volunteer Josie Fan. Continue reading A few of my favorite things: Josie Fan
May
17
A Tropical Science Legacy: Ira Rubinoff, Emeritus Director, retires from STRI
After more than 50 years at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, director emeritus Ira Rubinoff has announced his retirement. Continue reading A Tropical Science Legacy: Ira Rubinoff, Emeritus Director, retires from STRI
May
16
A shared history, a human story
NMAAHC’s Mary Elliott brings grace and gravity to her work helping museum visitors broaden their understanding of the causes and consequences of slavery.
May
08
Brand New: The complicity of consumerism in Reagan’s America
Don’t miss the Hirshhorn’s comprehensive exhibition on excess, “Brand New: Art and Commodity in the 1980s,” closing this weekend. Bonus! Staff discount for the May 12 closing gala celebration. Continue reading Brand New: The complicity of consumerism in Reagan’s America
May
01
May Day: America’s most traditional, radical, complicated holiday
From its earliest origins as a Roman festival of spring, May Day has evolved to celebrate everything from pagan fertility to the rights of the working man to a showcase for militaristic strength. Jordan Grant explores the complicated history of the holiday. Continue reading May Day: America’s most traditional, radical, complicated holiday
Apr
24
A peck of Peppers prepare for parameter-pushing public program
Several museums will debut humanoid robots this month that will interact with visitors and expand the museum-going experience. Continue reading A peck of Peppers prepare for parameter-pushing public program
Apr
17
There’s one more Western lowland gorilla in the world
Welcome baby Moke–a precious new member of a critically endangered species. Continue reading There’s one more Western lowland gorilla in the world
Apr
16
Earth Optimism: We’re in it for the long haul
The Smithsonian has a long history of working to understand the natural world–and a long history of optimism about its future. Continue reading Earth Optimism: We’re in it for the long haul
Apr
13
A few of my favorite things: Juan Rodriguez
What do a 25-foot-triceratops and Bei Bei, the giant panda have in common? Let Juan Rodriguez, supervisory biologist at the National Zoo, explain… Continue reading A few of my favorite things: Juan Rodriguez
Apr
05
NASA scientist will be first woman to head Air and Space Museum
Ellen Stofan will assume leadership of the Air and Space Museum April 30. Continue reading NASA scientist will be first woman to head Air and Space Museum
