Provost John Davis takes a closer look at the painter Maria Dewing, who described herself as a “garden-thirsty soul.” Continue reading Consider this Maverick of the Aesthetic Movement
October 27, 1986. The Smithsonian’s Arts and Industries Building receives an Historic Preservation Award, which is not that surprising, since we’ve been in the historic preservation business since 1846. Continue reading Today in Smithsonian History: October 27, 1976
October 26, 1993. The world’s first operational jet bomber goes on display at the Air and Space Museum. Continue reading Today in Smithsonian History: October 26, 1993
After 42 years, Barbara Faust, director of Smithsonian Gardens, has announced her retirement. Continue reading For Barbara Faust, the grass is greener on both sides
After 42 years, Barbara Faust, director of Smithsonian Gardens, has announced her retirement. Continue reading For Barbara Faust, the grass is greener on both sides
October 25, 1983. The first map to use the name “America” goes on display at the American History Museum. Continue reading Today in Smithsonian History: October 25, 1983
October 24, 1968. The Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars is established by Congress and housed at the Smithsonian. Continue reading Today in Smithsonian History: October 24, 1968
October 23, 1826. James Smithson drafts his will, leaving his property (in the absence of a living relative) to the United States, a place he had never visited. Continue reading Today in Smithsonian History: October 23, 1826
October 22, 1923. Deer, sheep and goats are moved to new enclosures at the Zoo. There are no injuries. Continue reading Today in Smithsonian History: October 22, 1923
The Smithsonian Board of Regents elected Steve Case as its chair, effective Jan. 28, 2020. He will succeed David M. Rubenstein, who has served as chair since January 2017 and will remain on the board’s executive committee. Continue reading Steve Case to become Chair of the Board of Regents in January
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
