Do dinosaurs still exist in some parts of the world today? – Ruben M., age 5
Paleontologist Hans Sues answers this pressing question. Continue reading The Conversation: Could dinosaurs still exist somewhere in the world? A paleontologist explains
Celebrate Solstice Saturday, June 22, with daytime events and parties and performances late into the night. Continue reading Stay out late with the Smithsonian
Seasons creepings! This Halloween, get to know some animals who don’t deserve to have such fearsome reputations… and some that you might not want to encounter alone on a moonlit night. Continue reading Four animals that are not as creepy as you think (and four that are creepier)
The simple act of sharing conversation and a cup of joe is bringing Smithsonian staff together from across the Institution and around the world. Continue reading Random Acts of Coffee: Summer Registration is now open
Stay up late and enjoy free parties, programs and performances throughout the day and night June 24. Continue reading Kick off summer with Solstice Saturday
The Office of Visitor Services and Volunteer Management hosted the second Smithsonian Volunteer Art Showcase, calling for original creations as a response to the prompt: Capture the spirit of the Smithsonian’s Resilience. Continue reading Volunteer Art Showcase: Shining a Light on the Smithsonian’s Resilience
On August 23, 2011, a 5.8-magnitude earthquake struck near Richmond, Va., the strongest quake felt on the East Coast since the Second World War. Take a look back at that day with your colleagues who were there. Continue reading Where were you the day the earth moved?
Here’s everything you need to know about where to go and how to get there. Continue reading Planning on coming to the National Mall to celebrate July 4th?
Planning on coming down to the Mall to celebrate the 4th? Continue reading Planning on coming down to the Mall to celebrate the 4th?
Volunteers are critical to the Festival’s success, as they work closely with Festival staff and participants. Join us! Continue reading The Smithsonian Folklife Festival wants YOU (to volunteer)
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
