A new report identifies workplace issues related to gender equity in the sciences and provides actionable recommendations to make the SI a safer, more equitable place to work for people of all genders. Continue reading Sparking Change: Advancing Gender Equity in the Science at the Smithsonian
Overall, this year’s Institution-wide results returned to pre-pandemic levels after climbing above them for the past two years. Continue reading The results of the 2022 Employee Perspective Survey
I encourage all who can give support to a favorite charity to take advantage of the CFC. Our goal this year is $425,000. We can do it! Continue reading The 2022 Combined Federal Campaign has begun
Secretary Bunch encourages all who can give support to a favorite charity to take advantage of the CFC. Our goal this year is $425,000. We can do it! Continue reading The 2022 Combined Federal Campaign has begun
The Smithsonian museum reopens to the public, transforming the way we tell the story of aviation. Continue reading The West Wing of the National Air and Space Museum Prepares to Take Flight
Smithsonian museums preserve and celebrate history. Yet they have histories of their own that help connect us with Washingtonians and the world. Continue reading What community means to the Smithsonian
If you see it, hear it, or feel it, we want you to VOICE IT Continue reading If you see it, hear it, or feel it, we want you to VOICE IT
The Smithsonian is launching a new anti-harassment campaign and reporting tool Continue reading If you see it, hear it, or feel it, VOICE IT
A special staff preview will be announced in the coming weeks. Continue reading NASM to partially reopen with new and newly reimagined exhibits in October
With astonishing new discoveries in the cosmos and pivotal research much closer to home, Smithsonian science proves indispensable. Continue reading The Wide World of Smithsonian Scientific Research
The President's budget for fiscal year 2026, released May 30, includes deep cuts to Smithsonian federal funding. Secretary Bunch explains the federal appropriations process and reminds us of the long road between initial requests and final budget. Continue reading FY 2026 Appropriations Process
A chance encounter and a new exhibition demonstrate the power of photography to “Secure the shadow, ere the substance fade.” Continue reading From Shadow to Substance
Salute your colleagues June 11, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the American History Museum's Warner Brothers Theater. Continue reading Introducing this year’s Unsung Heroes
Kara Blond brings 25 years of experience to her new role, including previous stints at the Smithsonian. Continue reading Director named for SITES | Affiliations
