May
05
Celebrating the history of Cinco de Mayo
Don’t plead the fifth when it comes to knowing the history of Cinco de Mayo… Continue reading Celebrating the history of Cinco de Mayo
May
18
¡Feliz aniversario! The Smithsonian Latino Center enters its third decade
Two decades ago, the Smithsonian Latino Center began telling the stories of the millions of Latinos who have contributed to the vast ongoing saga of America. Maria Anderson spoke with the Center’s director about SLC’s mission and its plans for the future. Continue reading ¡Feliz aniversario! The Smithsonian Latino Center enters its third decade
May
11
Tracing American Journeys
A new exhibition tells the stories of immigrant entrepreneurs who turned opportunity into a lasting legacy of success. Continue reading Tracing American Journeys
Apr
06
Putting a focus on Latino faces at the Portrait Gallery
What constitutes a portrait? How does art reveal the self? How do we decide whose story is important? Maria Anderson explores these questions with Taína Caragol of the National Portrait Gallery. Continue reading Putting a focus on Latino faces at the Portrait Gallery
Mar
17
It’s all happening at the Zoo
When bad weather looms, you bring the family dog inside. But what do you do with the elephant in the room? Or the 600-lb. gorilla? Continue reading It’s all happening at the Zoo
Feb
05
It’s science: Zombies already walk among us
In honor of the season premiere of “The Walking Dead” on Sunday, we’d like to remind you that zombies are real and they walk among us…on six legs. Continue reading It’s science: Zombies already walk among us
Jan
29
When the cure is worse than the disease: Six cold and flu remedies you’re not taking today (for good reason)
Cold and flu season got you down? How about an hallucinogenic nasal powder or an ipecac laxative for those aches and pains? Continue reading When the cure is worse than the disease: Six cold and flu remedies you’re not taking today (for good reason)
