April 15 | Secretary Bunch announced today that the Smithsonian will transition out of COVID-19 emergency response and will move forward with our COVID Way Ahead Plan, the framework for managing operations as COVID-19 shifts from a pandemic to an endemic. Continue reading The COVID-19 Way Ahead Plan
An exhibition at the National Postal Museum examines the history of the nation’s favorite pastime. Continue reading How Baseball Put Its Stamp on the American Psyche
Attend the Volunteer Appreciation Event April 7, at 2:00 p.m. Continue reading From the Secretary: Volunteer Appreciation Month
Secretary Bunch offers an update on the Smithsonian’s efforts to create a harassment-free workplace. Continue reading A workplace where all can thrive
Secretary Bunch has announced that our museums will resume normal operations on a staggered schedule during the coming weeks. Continue reading All Smithsonian museums will be open seven days a week by Memorial Day
Secretary Bunch reflects on all that we have accomplished despite the extraordinary challenges of the past two years. Continue reading Looking back on the past two years
We have accomplished so much in extraordinary times, and it is because of colleagues like you and your tenacity, your creativity, and your dedication. Continue reading Looking back on the past two years
Secretary Bunch announced the relaxing of COVID-19 mitigations as part of the Smithsonian’s “Way Ahead.” Continue reading Mask restrictions for on-site staff and volunteers will lift March 30
March 18 | Masking requirements for on-site personnel will lift March 30 Continue reading COVID-19 Team Update: Mask restrictions for on-site personnel will lift March 30
From a series of coins to a museum in the making, their groundbreaking achievements gain new visibility. Continue reading How the Smithsonian is honoring remarkable women
Celebrate the return of the Giant Pandas to the National Zoo with new gear, Orders close March 7. Continue reading Show your panda pride with new biking, running and athletic gear!
Change is inherently challenging; rapid change is even more difficult. Continue reading Thank you for your commitment
Because he finally could (without being run over) thanks to the pioneering work of the Zoo's Fernanda Abra. Continue reading Why did the monkey cross the road?
Brachman brings 20 years of experience on Capitol Hill and in the private sector to her new role. Continue reading Anne Brachman named new director of the Office of Government Relations
Calling all history lovers: we need your feedback! Will you take a few minutes to help the National Museum of American History provide better access to their collections? Continue reading American History Needs Your Feedback!
