Feb
21
Report from the Human Remains Task Force
Secretary Bunch shares the recommendations from the Human Remains Task Force he created early last year. Continue reading Report from the Human Remains Task Force
Feb
14
Relive the Glamour of Hollywood’s Golden Age With These Photos
The work of a pioneering celebrity photographer shines a spotlight on the iconic era. Continue reading Relive the Glamour of Hollywood’s Golden Age With These Photos
Jan
31
The Evolution of the American History Museum and the Curation of American Identity
As the National Museum of American History celebrates its 60th anniversary this year, Secretary Bunch reflects on how the museum has evolved along with our own understanding of history and how best to tell the story of all Americans. Continue reading The Evolution of the American History Museum and the Curation of American Identity
Jan
23
Thank you! The final numbers for the 2023 Combined Federal Campaign are in
The 2023 Combined Federal Campaign has officially come to an end. Secretary Bunch shares our final giving results and achievements. Continue reading Thank you! The final numbers for the 2023 Combined Federal Campaign are in
Jan
23
One-year update on Our Shared Future
Secretary Bunch takes a look at the implementation of the Smithsonian’s 2023 – 2027 Strategic Plan: What have we accomplished thus far? What do we have yet to do? Continue reading One-year update on Our Shared Future
Dec
20
Reflections on Oprah Winfrey’s return to the Smithsonian
Secretary Bunch reflects on Winfrey’s commitment to telling the stories of those who deserve to be remembered. Continue reading Reflections on Oprah Winfrey’s return to the Smithsonian
Dec
06
What Comes Next for the Smithsonian’s New Human Remains Task Force
As the Smithsonian grapples with a dark legacy, a new task force will recommend ethical policies for handling human remains. Continue reading What Comes Next for the Smithsonian’s New Human Remains Task Force
Nov
30
Commemorating the Anniversary of the National Museum of the American Indian Act
On November 28, 1989, President George Bush signed the NMAI Act into law. It created the museum’s two locations and a research center; it also set an important precedent for the Smithsonian and the nation. Continue reading Commemorating the Anniversary of the National Museum of the American Indian Act
Nov
20
Reflections From a Dutch National Reckoning
After a trip to Amsterdam and discussions on a forthcoming National Slavery Museum in the Netherlands, I was struck by our universal and perpetually incomplete project of memorializing the past. Continue reading Reflections From a Dutch National Reckoning
Nov
08
A chance to learn more about the spectacular diversity of our work
I am awed at the breadth and depth of scientific research and discovery happening every day across the Smithsonian, but I am most struck by the warmth and brilliance of our staff. It is my sincere hope that “Eye on Science” will give all of you the opportunity to hear some of their stories. Continue reading A chance to learn more about the spectacular diversity of our work
