Anyone can buy a greeting card at the drugstore, but the cards that are lovingly saved and treasured are handmade and heartfelt. A new exhibition at the Archives of American Art displays the sometimes whimsical and always unique holiday greetings created by artists as diverse as John Lennon and Yoko Ono and sculptor Alexander Calder. Continue reading Season’s greetings from the Archives of American Art
On a recent Saturday afternoon writer Jamaica Kincaid offered 90 minutes of personal remembrances in one of the most interesting and heartfelt presentations in the American Pictures Distinguished Lecture series at the American Art Museum. Continue reading Jamaica Kincaid on being “Kept In”
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
