May
04
“Manifest Destiny” comes to American Art
Alexis Rockman’s intensely realistic works depict the natural world and the unnatural things man has done to it. Continue reading “Manifest Destiny” comes to American Art
May
02
Say “Cheese,” trees!
Computer science and biology come together to make tree identification a snap. Continue reading Say “Cheese,” trees!
May
01
The Conversation: Freezing the Great Barrier Reef: An investment in our future
The Great Barrier Reef is worth billions to Australia’s economy and is one of the world’s most significant natural features. We have a responsibility to protect it, and our other reefs, from the warming seas. Continue reading The Conversation: Freezing the Great Barrier Reef: An investment in our future
Apr
29
The William Steinway Diary Project turns a page
More than 100 volunteers have logged 28,000 hours of work researching the 36-year diary of William Steinway–and new chapters remain to be written. Continue reading The William Steinway Diary Project turns a page
Apr
29
That’s dedication!
The Smithsonian’s oldest employee has invested more years in her second career than many do in their first. Continue reading That’s dedication!
Apr
28
How does he DO that?: The secrets of drawing a face
A new documentary shows how artist John Kascht captures the essence of the celebrities he caracticures–right down to their “funny bones.” Continue reading How does he DO that?: The secrets of drawing a face
Apr
27
“Echoes of the Past: The Buddhist Cave Temples of Xiangtangshan”
A new exhibition at the Sackler uses modern technology to reimagine the vanished treasures of the past. Continue reading “Echoes of the Past: The Buddhist Cave Temples of Xiangtangshan”
Apr
26
Digging deeper with Smithsonian Gardens
Celebrate spring with live music, demonstrations and a host of hands-on horticultural highlights at the annual Garden Fest. Continue reading Digging deeper with Smithsonian Gardens
Apr
25
“Where the Wild Things Are”
And we’re not referring to the kids! Make plans to attend the annual fundraising auction for the Smithsonian Early Enrichment Center. Continue reading “Where the Wild Things Are”
Apr
25
SI Day at the Anacostia Community Museum
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the Anacostia Community Museum on May 5. Continue reading SI Day at the Anacostia Community Museum
