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Home 2015 November
Nov
30

Happy Birthday to James Smithson, International Man of Mystery

Happy Birthday to James Smithson, International Man of Mystery
Nov
24

The Renwick Gallery reopens with a renewed sense of “WONDER”

The Renwick Gallery reopens with a renewed sense of “WONDER”
Nov
23

Happy Holidays!

Happy Holidays!
Nov
17

“Commemorate and Celebrate Freedom”

“Commemorate and Celebrate Freedom”
Nov
16

Hungry for more?

Hungry for more?
Nov
16

Diving deep brings rewards for STRI researchers

Diving deep brings rewards for STRI researchers
Nov
10

In Memoriam: Frederick Durant and Richard Ahlborn

In Memoriam: Frederick Durant and Richard Ahlborn
Nov
09

Konrad Ng leaves Smithsonian for Shangri La

Konrad Ng leaves Smithsonian for Shangri La
Nov
05

Kirk Johnson, Rock Star

Kirk Johnson, Rock Star
Nov
05

Discount on Dames for Smithsonian staff

Discount on Dames for Smithsonian staff

Spotlight

America’s Veterans: Honor, Service, and Sacrifice

The Smithsonian's 12th collaboration with USA Today honors American veterans. Continue reading America’s Veterans: Honor, Service, and Sacrifice

From the Secretary

  • A new $40 million grant will fund America’s 250th programming and events

    A new $40 million grant will fund America’s 250th programming and events

    Secretary Bunch announces a generous gift from Lily Endowment to fund the Smithsonian's celebration of the United States' 250th anniversary in 2026. Continue reading A new $40 million grant will fund America’s 250th programming and events

Kudos

  • Bridget Balog celebrates 30 years with the Smithsonian

    Bridget Balog celebrates 30 years with the Smithsonian

    After three decades answering visitors' questions, is there anything she doesn't know about the Smithsonian? Continue reading Bridget Balog celebrates 30 years with the Smithsonian

On the Move

  • Introducing Troy Huber

    Introducing Troy Huber

    Meet the newest member of the OVS staff: An enthusiastic historian and writer with a touch of Army discipline. Continue reading Introducing Troy Huber

Volunteer Voices

  • Ambassadors needed to meet visitors where they are

    The Office of Visitor Services is excited to announce that we are recruiting for a new season of volunteer Smithsonian Ambassadors! Continue reading Ambassadors needed to meet visitors where they are

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