Machel Monenerkit to serve as Acting Director of the National Museum of the American Indian. Continue reading Kevin Gover named Under Secretary for Museums and Culture
The new Native American Veterans Memorial has been nominated for a USA Today People’s Choice Award as “Best New Attraction.” Continue reading Vote early, vote often!
Honoring the military service of Native Americans Continue reading National Native American Veterans Memorial opens to the public
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
Robinson, a well known scholar of Islamic history and culture, will become director Dec. 10. Continue reading Chase Robinson to assume leadership of Freer and Sackler Galleries
Robinson, a noted scholar of Islamic history and culture, will become director Dec. 10. Continue reading Chase Robinson to assume leadership of the Freer and Sackler Galleries
Robert J. Spiller has been named Assistant Secretary for Advancement, effective March 12. He will oversee the Institution’s Office of Advancement, which is involved in building critical philanthropic financial support for the Smithsonian. Continue reading New Assistant Secretary for Advancement comes on board in March
Julissa Marenco has been named Assistant Secretary for Communications and External Affairs, effective Feb. 12. She will oversee the Smithsonian’s Offices of Public Affairs, Government Relations, Visitor Services, and Special Events and Protocol. Continue reading Former FCC and Telemundo exec will lead Smithsonian’s communications team
Smithsonian Second Opinion brings together thought leaders to explore some of the critical issues facing our nation and the world. Secretary David J. Skorton leads a vibrant conversation about the role immigrants play in our nation’s economy, politics, and culture. Continue reading Second Opinion: What does it mean to be an American today?
The Smithsonian has launched a new platform to bring together thought leaders to explore critical issues facing the nation and the world. Have an opinion? So do we. Continue reading What’s the big idea?
The Smithsonian's 12th collaboration with USA Today honors American veterans. Continue reading America’s Veterans: Honor, Service, and Sacrifice
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
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
Meet the newest member of the OVS staff: An enthusiastic historian and writer with a touch of Army discipline. Continue reading Introducing Troy Huber
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
