A 13-million-year-old saber-toothed marsupial skeleton discovered during paleontological explorations in Colombia is the most complete specimen recovered in the region. Continue reading Extraordinary Fossil Find Reveals Details About the Weight and Diet of Extinct Saber-Toothed Marsupial
A new field trip offering from the Anacostia Community Museum spotlights local contemporary history, promotes self-efficacy and urges secondary students to imagine a more equitable future. Continue reading ACM’s message to students: “You, too, can be a change maker”
If can read this, thank a teacher! This week’s CFC Cause of the Week is education. Continue reading If you can read this, thank a teacher!
You can get a free flu shot at today’s staff picnic and throughout the month of October from Occupational Health Services. Continue reading Flu shots are available beginning today, October 2
Innovative professional chosen to lead the Smithsonian’s new initiative. Continue reading Founding director appointed for the Center for Environmental Justice
Photographs from the “Not an Ostrich Exhibition” at the Library of Congress: Recording Now Available Continue reading Photographs from the “Not an Ostrich Exhibition” at the Library of Congress: Recording Now Available
The Smithsonian Institution offers many free professional learning opportunities for teachers, often held during the summer. Continue reading Exploring professional learning opportunities for teachers at the Smithsonian
Boo at the Zoo is back! Get in the spooky spirit and help make this family-friendly event at the National Zoo in Washington, D.C. one to remember. Sign up today to join in on this year’s fun! Continue reading Boo at the Zoo needs you!
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by joining the National Museum of the American Latino in a one-hour tour of the ¡Presente! A Latino History of the United States exhibition. Continue reading Hispanic Heritage Month Tours of the Molina Family Latino Gallery
Smithsonian Gardens’ Green Ambassador: Design a Green Space program is to empower students to plan out and create a green space of their own, designed to meet the needs of their community. Continue reading School Gardens: Kid-Designed, Kid-Friendly
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
