In celebration of the end of Prohibition on this day in 1933, we’re raising a glass and making a toast to the triumph of vigorous viticulture. Continue reading Just say No (way): How Prohibition changed the American wine industry
Beth Py-Lieberman of Smithsonian.com gathers recommendations as diverse as the Smithsonian itself. Continue reading Smithsonian Scholars Pick Their Favorite Books of 2019
November 30, 1846. The Board of Regents chooses James Renwick to design what will become known as the Smithsonian “Castle.” Continue reading Today in Smithsonian History: November 30, 1846
November 29, 1972. “Modern American Art” opens, featuring 50 works of um, modern American art. Continue reading Today in Smithsonian History: November 29, 1972
November 28, 1989. Legislation is signed creating the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian. Continue reading Today in Smithsonian History: November 28, 1989
November 27, 1989. Associates from around the country gather for “Update: Eastern Europe and the U.S.S.R.” Continue reading Today in Smithsonian History: November 27, 1989
November 26, 1940. Alexander Wetmore visits some Mayan mounds, does not take a very interesting picture. Continue reading Today in Smithsonian History: November 26, 1940
November 25, 1974. The Smithsonian-produced “MONSTERS! Mysteries or Myth” debuts on CBS. Spoiler: They are myths. Continue reading Today in Smithsonian History: November 25, 1974
November 24, 1987. A baby orangutan is born at the National Zoo. Continue reading Today in Smithsonian History: November 24, 1987
November 23, 1959. “The World of Mammals” opens at Natural History as part of the Exhibits Modernization Program. We wonder what the exhibits looked like before they were modernized. Continue reading Today in Smithsonian History: November 23, 1959
The Smithsonian's policy on the use of Artificial Intelligence Continue reading The Smithsonian’s policy on the use of Artificial Intelligence
Secretary Bunch explores how we must engage young people if the Smithsonian is to “have tomorrow, bright before us, like a flame.” Continue reading The Kids Are Alright
Kim Sajet, director of the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery since 2013, tendered her resignation June 16. Kevin Gover, Under Secretary for Museums and Culture, will serve as interim director of the museum until a replacement is found. Continue reading Kim Sajet steps down as director of the National Portrait Gallery
