A once-in-a-lifetime photo marks the anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation. Continue reading Forever free: The 150th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation
Kirk Johnson of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science will become the new director of the Natural History Museum Oct. 29. Continue reading Kirk Johnson named director of the National Museum of Natural History
Join Secretary Clough for an all-staff meeting July 12 at 10:00 a.m. in the Rasmuson Theater at the American Indian Museum. Continue reading All-Staff meeting on July 12
If you haven’t been branded yet, here’s your opportunity! Continue reading Get branded!
National Geographic exec is new head of Smithsonian Enterprises. Secretary Clough says Christopher Liedel is a “strategic, creative” thinker. Continue reading National Geographic exec is new head of Smithsonian Enterprises
The 2012 federal budget appropriation for the Smithsonian includes more money for digitization and collections. Continue reading Show us the money
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with free exhibitions, films, performances, lectures and hands-on activities. Continue reading Savor the flavor of American Sabor
We’ve got Colombian culture, world peace and Motown on the Mall this year. Come on down! Continue reading Annual Smithsonian Folklife Festival begins June 30
The entrepreneuer, philanthropist and co-founder of AOL is the newest member of the Smithsonian Board of Regents. Continue reading Steve Case appointed to Board of Regents
Ng’s scholarship focuses on the use of film and digital media by minority and disapora communities. Continue reading Konrad Ng is new director of Asian Pacific American Program
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
