Rajshree Solanki is an archaeologist and Chief Registrar for the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, currently working from home and trying to keep her six-year-old son, Relam, occupied. Continue reading Our Smithsonian: Backyard archaeology
Nikolas Wong introduces us to Kwanzaa Nivens, who brings empathy and compassion to visitors experiencing the powerful emotions some exhibitions evoke. Continue reading Volunteer Spotlight: Kwanzaa Nivens
On April 22, 1970, Americans pledged environmental action for the planet. Smithsonian magazine reports on what our scientists and we, the global community, have done since. Continue reading Fifty things we’ve learned about the Earth since the first Earth Day
April 20: Weekly Update: Science will determine decision-making. Continue reading COVID-19 Update: Science will determine decision-making
You may not be able to find all your favorites at the grocery store right now, but that doesn’t mean you can’t feed your soul. Continue reading Our Smithsonian: Brighten dark days with art
Nominations are due by May 20 for the 2020 Secretary’s Research Prizes. Continue reading 2020 Secretary’s Research Prizes: Call for Nominations
When Maureen Bryant answered the call to volunteer, she didn’t realize she would still be answering the phone 45 years later. Continue reading Volunteer Spotlight: Maureen Bryant
April 13: Guidance for on-site contractors Continue reading COVID-19 Update: Guidance for On-Site Contractors
For some of us, it may be easier to adapt to “social distancing” as we work from our homes, but for the Office of Protection Services and others on the front lines, the new norm is a whole new way of work. Continue reading Our Smithsonian: Apart but never alone
Andrea Lowther introduces us to docents Barbara Lowis Lehmann and Jane Dunphy, both of whom are celebrating 50 years of service at the National Museum of American History this month. Continue reading Worth their weight in gold: Two volunteers celebrate 50 years of service
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
