Mar 7 | Mask mandate for museum visitors will lift Friday, March 11. Continue reading COVID-19 Team Update: Mask mandate for museum visitors will lift March 11
Secretary Bunch describes the Smithsonian’s efforts to safeguard the cultural and historical heritage of Ukraine. Continue reading We stand with Ukraine
Secretary Bunch describes the Smithsonian’s efforts to safeguard the cultural and historical heritage of Ukraine. Continue reading We stand with Ukraine
None of the Smithsonian’s efforts this February—indeed, the very idea of “Black History Month” itself—would have come to be without Carter G. Woodson. Continue reading Reflections on Black History Month
None of the Smithsonian’s efforts this February—indeed, the very idea of “Black History Month” itself—would have come to be without Carter G. Woodson. Continue reading Reflections on Black History Month
Secretary Bunch thanks staff for their resilience during the pandemic Continue reading Learning to embrace ambiguity
Secretary Bunch explains that it is up to each of us to create and maintain a safe work environment. Continue reading Enhancing our Anti-Harassment Initiatives
Secretary Bunch explains that it is up to each of us to create and maintain a safe work environment. Continue reading Enhancing our Anti-Harassment Initiatives
We have lofty goals. But we also have an ambitious strategy to achieve them. Continue reading The digital transformation of a virtual Smithsonian
Secretary Lonnie Bunch remembers actor and film director Sidney Poitier, who became the first African American to win an Academy Award for Best Actor and who left a lasting legacy of dignity and respect. Continue reading An Impact Beyond Film
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
