Are you a badged Smithsonian volunteer who is interested in conservation? Do you not mind getting your hands dirty? Become a Zoo Aide at the National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute! Continue reading Help the National Zoo save species by becoming a Zoo Aide!
Catch up on the National Museum of Natural History discoveries you may have missed over the past few months. Continue reading Summer Summary: A Mysterious Fossil Tooth, Metallic Planet and Marine Hitchhikers
The award-winning Mitsitam Native Foods Cafe at the National Museum of the American Indian in Washington, D.C., is closed for renovations beginning Tuesday, Sept. 5. Continue reading Mitsitam closing for renovations but Espresso Bar remains open at the National Museum of the American Indian
New programs for the new season; lectures, tours and classes in September. Continue reading Uncovering the Environmental History of the American West and more fascinating programs from Smithsonian Associates
You are here. Or there. Or maybe even way over there. Wherever you are, we’ll help you find your way. Continue reading You are here. Or there. Wherever you are, we’ll help you find your way
After 20 years with the Smithsonian, Policy and Budget Analyst Maggie Stone’s last day with OPMB will be Sept. 9. Continue reading Maggie Stone is taking her analytic expertise to the Federal Reserve
Save the Date: The 20th annual Staff Picnic is October 3 Continue reading Save the Date: The 20th annual Staff Picnic is October 3
Focus on the Future is a series that seeks to highlight the early career scientists who conduct research at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute. Continue reading Focus on the Future: Sally Bornbusch
Do you have a passion for understanding the natural world and our place in it? Help inspire young people and guide their science and natural history experiences by joining the School Programs volunteer team at the National Museum of Natural History. Continue reading Share your enthusiasm for education as a School Programs Volunteer at NMNH
Sharon Robinson advises, “Just let it percolate.” Continue reading The art of abstract collage: You can’t control the outcome
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
