Established Smithsonian scientists are honored for their contributions and young scientists are encouraged with grants and fellowships as they begin their careers. Continue reading Celebrating Smithsonian Science
Established Smithsonian scientists are honored for their contributions and young scientists are encouraged with grants and fellowships as they begin their careers. Continue reading Celebrating Smithsonian Science
Smithsonian Channel celebrates Black History Month with programming that honors and celebrates African American history and culture. February will feature two premiere programs and many Mission Critical re-airings in primetime. Continue reading Black History Month on the Smithsonian Channel
Martin Luther King Jr. viewed civil rights as broader than simply racial justice. He would have embraced LGBT issues, says Secretary Lonnie Bunch. Continue reading Younger generations now carry the burden MLK Jr. once carried
Koestler, who has served as MCI’s director since 2004, will retire from the Smithsonian effective Jan. 13, 2023. Continue reading Robert Koestler retires as Director of the Museum Conservation Institute
Ziebarth has been serving as the Interim Head Diversity Officer and has more than 30 years’ experience in diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion issues. Continue reading Beth Ziebarth selected as Head Diversity Officer for the Smithsonian
Ziebarth has been serving as the Interim Head Diversity Officer and has more than 30 years’ experience in diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion issues. Continue reading Beth Ziebarth is the Smithsonian’s Head Diversity Officer
Join Secretary Bunch for a special event discussing how we have a responsibility to craft an American story that has room for all. Continue reading State of Our Union: Telling the American Story
Join Secretary Bunch for a special event discussing how we have a responsibility to craft an American story that has room for all. Continue reading State of Our Union: Telling the American Story
The SI Civil Program, established in 2021, presents high-level data on reported incidents of harassment and other concerning behaviors in the workplace and highlights the resources available to help build a culture of respect at the Smithsonian. Continue reading FY 2022 SI Civil Report on Harassment and Workplace Culture at the Smithsonian
The President's budget for fiscal year 2026, released May 30, includes deep cuts to Smithsonian federal funding. Secretary Bunch explains the federal appropriations process and reminds us of the long road between initial requests and final budget. Continue reading FY 2026 Appropriations Process
A chance encounter and a new exhibition demonstrate the power of photography to “Secure the shadow, ere the substance fade.” Continue reading From Shadow to Substance
Salute your colleagues June 11, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the American History Museum's Warner Brothers Theater. Continue reading Introducing this year’s Unsung Heroes
Kara Blond brings 25 years of experience to her new role, including previous stints at the Smithsonian. Continue reading Director named for SITES | Affiliations
