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
Congratulations to all the participants in the Go Gold Physical Activity Challenge. You are an inspiration! Continue reading Go Gold! FINAL results of the 2024 Physical Activity Challenge
Earlier this month, Becky Kobberod, the Smithsonian’s head of digital transformation, announced the recipients of the first Smithsonian Excellence in Digital Awards. Continue reading 2024 Smithsonian Excellence in Digital Awards
NZPCBI ecologist Ellen Welti and co-author Peter Haas accepted the Frontiers Planet Prize in June. Continue reading Smithsonian scientist wins prestigious Frontiers Planet Prize
Dr. Monique Chism, the Smithsonian’s Under Secretary for Education, has announced the awardees of the 2024 Together We Thrive Planning and Implementation grants. Continue reading “Together We Thrive” grants announced
Congratulations to Katelynn Kemp, the winner of the summer Windows Lock Screen Photo Contest! Continue reading SEE YOUR PHOTO HERE
The Smithsonian Science Education Center has announced the endowment of the center’s director position through a gift from Douglas M. Lapp and Anne B. Keiser. Continue reading Generous endowment for directorship of the Science Education Center
Nominations close July 24, 2024 Continue reading Call for nominations: 2024 Secretary’s Research Awards
The James Smithson Bicentennial Medal is reserved for individuals who have made distinguished contributions to the advancement of art, science, history, culture, education, or technology. Continue reading Thomas Haas honored with James Smithson Bicentennial Medal
REMINDER: The Secretary’s 2023 Research Prizes will be presented live and virtually Tuesday, March 19. Continue reading UPDATED WITH VIDEO: The Secretary’s 2023 Research Awards
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
