Jan
22
“Reflections Across Time: Seminole Portraits”
A single painting leads to a collaboration among five museums–all with a Smithsonian connection. Continue reading “Reflections Across Time: Seminole Portraits”
Sep
28
Make a note of it: Citizen scientists help document climate change
Getting out in the field to investigate how native plants are changing provides data for scientists and inspiration for residents. Continue reading Make a note of it: Citizen scientists help document climate change
Mar
08
All that glitters
Smithsonian Affiliations put gems from the national collection on display in San Diego. Continue reading All that glitters
Aug
11
Collaboration just comes naturally
Drawing on expertise from the Museum of Natural History, a Smithsonian affiliate creates a new way for visitors to access its collections. Continue reading Collaboration just comes naturally
Jun
08
Bittersweet Harvest: Embracing the legacy of the braceros
Begun in 1942 as a temporary war measure to address labor needs in agriculture and the railroads, the bracero program eventually become the largest guest worker program in U.S. history. “Bittersweet Harvest” examines the experiences of bracero workers and their families, providing rich insight intoMexican American history and historical background to today’s debates on guest worker programs. Continue reading Bittersweet Harvest: Embracing the legacy of the braceros
