Stardust, silk and Sasquatch–sounds like a band name, doesn’t it? No, these are just a few of Bridget Balog’s favorite things. (Dibs on the band name, though.) Continue reading A few of my favorite things: Bridget Balog
Men and women in the military are often deployed along with their families, whose children attend Department of Defense schools on military bases around the world. Amy Kehs reports on how the American Art Museum is bringing the Smithsonian to kids who may never have set foot in the U.S. Continue reading It’s not just soldiers who are deployed overseas
A newly discovered photograph of Harriet Tubman shows the face of a fierce and fearless American hero. Continue reading Because of HerStory: A lost treasure
Amy Kehs introduces Kālewa Correa, curator of Hawai’i and Pacific America for the Smithsonian Asian Pacific America Center, who shares a few of his favorite things. Hawai’i would top our list, too! Continue reading A few of my favorite things: Kālewa Correa
Amy Kehs introduces Stacey Havard, whose favorite Smithsonian things range from live bait to opera. Continue reading A few of my favorite things: Stacey Havard
A rose by any other name would smell as sweet to Hollis Gentry, especially if it’s blooming beneath a family tree. Continue reading A few of my favorite things: Hollis Gentry
This sweet ride is not actually part of the Smithsonian’s collections, but it should be. Check out the rest of Brian’s favorite things. Continue reading A few of my favorite things: Brian Nicklas
What do a 500-year-old travelogue, a sandstone castle and a recipe for cooking wolves have in common? Ask the deputy director of Smithsonian Libraries. Continue reading A few of my favorite things: Mary Augusta Thomas
Every picture tells a story, as does every object in every exhibition and every visitor who interacts with them. Meet Matthew Lasnoski and find out how he tries to tie all these stories together. Continue reading A few of my favorite things: Matthew Lasnoski
Curious teenagers and antique ballgowns have an enthusiastic patron in volunteer Josie Fan. Continue reading A few of my favorite things: Josie Fan
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
Relive the highlights from this year's Volunteer Appreciation Event--or experience the event for the first time through the miracle of video. Continue reading Highlights from the 2025 Volunteer Appreciation Event
