In historical sites across the country, there is a sense of the immediacy of history that can’t be found elsewhere. Continue reading The Archetypal American Road Trip and the Power of Memory
Our successes reflect the work of our dedicated and diverse staff and volunteers, from our first employee, William McPeake, to all of you here today. Continue reading Happy 177th Birthday
A new exhibit at the National Museum of Natural History explores the scientific, environmental, and cultural implications of the cell phone. Continue reading How Cell Phones Changed the World
A look back on how one of the Smithsonian’s greatest traditions came to be and a look ahead at what to expect this year. Continue reading The Folklife Festival and the Spectacular Diversity of American Identity
“Staff Picks” features staff members’ favorite artifacts from the Archives’ vast collections, including selections by the AAA’s new director, Anne Helmreich. Continue reading A New Exhibition Offers an Inside Look at the Archives of American Art
No one knows what kind of agreement, if any, will be reached, but we are planning for every contingency. Continue reading The Federal Debt Ceiling and the Smithsonian
More than 500 people gathered to mark this joyous new chapter in the museum’s history. Continue reading The Center for Environmental Justice at ACM offers hope for Our Shared Future
A new exhibit at the National Museum of Natural History exemplifies the collaborative spirit of the Smithsonian and explores a problem we’re capable of solving: light pollution. Continue reading Lights Out: A New Interdisciplinary Exhibit Asks Us to Embrace Darkness
Secretary Bunch announced the formation of the task force to supplement last year’s Shared Stewardship and Ethical Returns policy. Continue reading A new task force will examine Smithsonian policy on human remains in its collections
Secretary Bunch announces the launch of TEMPO, another breakthrough from the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory. Continue reading SAO launches TEMPO air pollution monitoring device
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
