About the Author: David Horgan

The former lead vocalist/guitarist for Southwater, a Charlottesville-based bluegrass band,David Horgan joined Smithsonian Folkways in April 2008 to manage online marketing and sales of the collection via Smithsonian websites, distributors such as iTunes and eMusic, and other outlets.

Jun

13

Huib Schippers is new director of Folkways recordings

Folkways Recordings has a new skipper at the helm. Continue reading Huib Schippers is new director of Folkways recordings

Dec

06

Belated birthday wishes to Moe Asch

More than 100 years after his birth, the legacy of the Folkways Records founder is going strong. Continue reading Belated birthday wishes to Moe Asch

Aug

08

Grateful Dead drummer keeps musical tradition alive

“The Mickey Hart Collection” crosses borders and expands horizons to preserve musical traditions at risk of disappearing. Continue reading Grateful Dead drummer keeps musical tradition alive

Mar

01

A Life of Song

Grammy award-winning singer and storyteller Ella Jenkins’ newest album is now available from Smithsonian Folkways. Continue reading A Life of Song

America’s Veterans: Honor, Service, and Sacrifice

The Smithsonian's 12th collaboration with USA Today honors American veterans. Continue reading America’s Veterans: Honor, Service, and Sacrifice

A new $40 million grant will fund America’s 250th programming and events
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

Bridget Balog celebrates 30 years with the Smithsonian
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

Introducing Troy Huber
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

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