Jul
18
The Kids Are Alright
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
Jul
18
Ancient fossils show how the last mass extinction forever scrambled the ocean’s biodiversity
What happens after a mass extinction event? Does nature always “find a way?” Stewart Edie explains what we know about the planet’s ability to survive a hard reboot. Continue reading Ancient fossils show how the last mass extinction forever scrambled the ocean’s biodiversity
Jul
11
The Smithsonian’s policy on the use of Artificial Intelligence
The Smithsonian’s policy on the use of Artificial Intelligence Continue reading The Smithsonian’s policy on the use of Artificial Intelligence
Jul
11
The Smithsonian’s policy on the use of Artificial Intelligence
Secretary Bunch introduces the Smithsonian’s policy on AI, designed to empower the responsible use of artificial intelligence. Continue reading The Smithsonian’s policy on the use of Artificial Intelligence
Jul
03
What to Expect at the Newly Renovated National Air and Space Museum When It Opens This Month
The Smithsonian museum’s new galleries explore the challenges and delights of life in space Continue reading What to Expect at the Newly Renovated National Air and Space Museum When It Opens This Month
Jul
03
Early visions of Mars: Meet the 19th-century astronomer who used science fiction to imagine the red planet
Jules Verne wrote of space travel in 1865 and Edgar Rice Burroughs created an entire series based on John Carter’s adventures on Mars, but these famous writers are not the only ones who imagined life on the Red Planet. Continue reading Early visions of Mars: Meet the 19th-century astronomer who used science fiction to imagine the red planet
Jul
02
Red, white and true?
Red, white, and true? Learn more about stories of freedom from our collections and put your knowledge to the test by taking our Independence Day quiz! Continue reading Red, white and true?
Jul
02
Your guide to the 2025 Smithsonian Folklife Festival
Everything you need to know about the 2025 Smithsonian Folklife Festival, including the answer to the always-critical question: What’s on the menu? Continue reading Your guide to the 2025 Smithsonian Folklife Festival
Jun
30
Smithsonian’s SCUBA Mom Hangs Up Her Fins
Most people try to climb up the career ladder, but Laurie Penland chose to explore the depths instead during almost 30 years with the Smithsonian. Continue reading Smithsonian’s SCUBA Mom Hangs Up Her Fins
Jun
30
Sidedoor: Call for story ideas
Got a great story? Let’s tell it together. Continue reading Sidedoor: Call for story ideas
