The Smithsonian Excellence in Digital Awards acknowledge, honor, and elevate outstanding staff achievements across a variety of digital disciplines Continue reading Nominations are now open for the 2025 Excellence in Digital Awards
From silent films to streaming services, cinema has evolved throughout the past 150 years and continues to shape American culture and technology. Continue reading Lights, Camera, Curate: Understanding the History and Preservation of the Film Industry
So why haven’t you submitted your own photo, yet? Submissions for the Summer 2025 contest are due Friday, June 6 Continue reading Joanne Leese is the winner of the Spring Lock Screen Contest
Because he finally could (without being run over) thanks to the pioneering work of the Zoo’s Fernanda Abra. Continue reading Why did the monkey cross the road?
The Office of Human Resources clarifies that Smithsonian employees are not eligible for offers of “deferred resignation.” Continue reading Guidance on deferred resignation
Grab a mocha latte, boba tea, or a plain old cuppa joe and get to know your colleagues. Deadline to sign up is February 14. Continue reading Random Acts of Coffee: Winter 2025
The Bennu asteroid has revealed its secrets its secrets to scientists −and clues to how the building blocks of life on Earth may have been seeded. Continue reading Have we found the building blocks of life on Earth?
The exhibition Sightlines: Chinatown and Beyond highlights the imprint of Asian Americans on the physical and cultural terrain of Washington, D.C. Matt Kaufax of WTOP News recently visited this important new exhibition from the Asian Pacific American Center. Continue reading Adding insight to “Sightlines”
LAST CALL. 2024 Employee Appreciation T-shirts are almost gone. These shirts are first come, first served. Continue reading Going, going, GONE!
As a staff member, save 20% on all panda-themed merchandise. Continue reading Join the Panda Party!
Join Taliia Smith of the Office of Public Relations' Social Media team as she celebrates Teacher's Appreciation Day by appreciating some teachers. Continue reading Celebrating Smithsonian Educators
We are reevaluating and working to improve the survey to better meet the needs of both staff and leadership. Continue reading Update on the 2025 Smithsonian Employee Perspective Survey
The Smithsonian Excellence in Digital Awards acknowledge, honor, and elevate outstanding staff achievements across a variety of digital disciplines Continue reading Nominations are now open for the 2025 Excellence in Digital Awards
Brachman brings 20 years of experience on Capitol Hill and in the private sector to her new role. Continue reading Anne Brachman named new director of the Office of Government Relations
"Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth." - Muhammad Ali Continue reading Volunteer Spotlight: Maureen Bryant’s half-century of service
