Since the early days of aviation and space, women have defied the odds and accomplished the unexpected, setting records and leaving their marks. Continue reading Women’s History Month: No one could keep these women down
Program scientist Tom Akre explains how habitat loss and poaching are threatening this ancient reptile in Virginia. Continue reading Troubled Times for Turtles
Maureen Loughran has been named the director and curator of Smithsonian Folkways, effective March 27. Continue reading Career music producer chosen to head Folkways Recordings
March 21, 2023: COVID Regional Levels are LOW at all Smithsonian locations Continue reading OSHEM COVID Program Update: COVID Regional Levels are LOW at all Smithsonian locations
The Smithsonian Education Awards (Education Achievement, One Smithsonian Award and the Education Innovation and Access Award) honor outstanding staff achievements by Smithsonian educators. Continue reading Winners of the 2023 Education Awards will be honored April 19
The National Museum of Asian Art is celebrating its Next 100. Please support one of the largest events in the museum’s history by volunteering during our two-week festival! Continue reading Help the National Museum of Asian Art celebrate its Centennial in May
Last week, the Office of Visitor Services and Volunteer Management (OVS) hosted our March Smithsonian Volunteer Enrichment program, Saving Cultural Heritage in Crisis. During the program, Richard Kurin, the Smithsonian’s Distinguished Scholar and Ambassador-at-Large, talked about previous efforts of the Smithsonian Cultural Rescue Initiative and about their current efforts in Ukraine. Continue reading Saving Cultural Heritage in Crisis
President’s Day was last week, but we’re still celebrating the contributions one President made to the Smithsonian that resonate today. Continue reading In 1904, Theodore Roosevelt Won a Presidential Election…And a Pair of Ostriches
From the prairie to the shore, extensive renovation of the historic Bird House has created a fascinating way to explore the world of birds native to North, Central and South American ecosystems. Continue reading Innovative new Bird House opens at the Zoo March 13
Open House preview for staff at the Zoo’s newly renovated Bird House March 2 Continue reading Get a sneak peek at the Zoo’s new beak retreat this week
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
