We invite you to come together next Monday, Dec 11 to remember the life and impact of our dear friend and colleague, Effie Kapsalis. Continue reading In Memoriam: Remembering Effie Kapsalis
Applications are now being solicited for the 2024 Emerging Leaders Development Program. The 2024 ELDP is designed to provide learning and development opportunities for high-potential, high-performing GS/IS 11s and 12s (and grade equivalents in SE). Continue reading Do you have what it takes to be a leader? Applications sought for 2024 Emerging Leaders Development Program
With more than 20 years of experience at the Smithsonian, Dorothy Lippert is championing a collaborative approach to repatriation. Continue reading Meet the Archaeologist Leading the Natural History Museum’s Repatriation Efforts
An ongoing goal of the National Museum of the American Indian is to change the Native American narrative in schools all year long. Continue reading Native American narrative: Ensuring history, culture and contemporary life are integral in classrooms
Here’s your chance to satisfy all the art lovers on your gift list (and maybe pick up a few things for yourself!) Continue reading Buy early, buy often! SAAM’s annual holiday book sale is underway.
Age may just be a number, but with the current debate over how old is too old to serve as President or a member of Congress, it’s a good time to remind ourselves that Americans were once automatically consigned to a decrepit and ignominious old age on their 65th birthday. Continue reading Wrinkled Radicals
The longest nights of the year are at hand, and the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center wants to know where YOU find your sources of joy and inspiration. Continue reading Winter Photo Challenge: All The Colors Of Cold
Get all your museum-related gifts now! Sale ends Dec. 9 Continue reading Retail Holiday Sale – Extra Employee Discount Online and in Stores!
The National Museum of the American Indian celebrates American Indian Heritage Month with an online Native Cinema Showcase available now through Friday, Nov. 24, 2023. Continue reading The best of Indigenous Cinema: Streaming on demand through Nov. 24
With more than 20 years’ experience at the Smithsonian, Lippert is nationally recognized for her contributions to archaeology and repatriation. Continue reading Dorothy Lippert named Repatriation Program Manager at NMNH
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
Relive the highlights from this year's Volunteer Appreciation Event--or experience the event for the first time through the miracle of video. Continue reading Highlights from the 2025 Volunteer Appreciation Event
