Apr
08
When galaxies collide, a star-shredder is born
When two black holes merge, they create a gravitational monster that gobbles up galaxies. Continue reading When galaxies collide, a star-shredder is born
Apr
08
Another very special delivery for the Zoo
Once you finish ‘oohing’ and ‘aahing’ over the new babies, you might want to think of contributing to the campaign to build them a new home. Continue reading Another very special delivery for the Zoo
Apr
07
Volunteers and the Smithsonian: A history
The Smithsonian has always relied on eager volunteers to help with our mission. SI Archives recently delved into the early history of the volunteer docent program. Continue reading Volunteers and the Smithsonian: A history
Apr
07
The persistent exuberance of Taíno
UPDATE: This program has been cancelled. A Smithsonian symposium will explore one of the most important cultural encounters in world history. Continue reading The persistent exuberance of Taíno
Apr
06
It’s not the heat, it’s the humidity (or lack of it)
Smithsonian scientists find that the amount of rainfall, rather than instinct or other factors, is a major influence on bird migration. Continue reading It’s not the heat, it’s the humidity (or lack of it)
Apr
04
In the News
Staff from the Office of General Counsel played a key role in this year’s “Legal Issues in Museum Administration” conference. Continue reading In the News
Apr
04
A century-old tradition continues at the Zoo
“Easter Monday: An African American Family Tradition” will take place April 25, rain or shine. Continue reading A century-old tradition continues at the Zoo
Apr
01
Swinging with the Sweethearts of Rhythm
The first integrated, all-female jazz band is just one of the highlights of Jazz Appreciation Month. Continue reading Swinging with the Sweethearts of Rhythm
Apr
01
Patti Smith on art, love and artists’ love letters
The “Godmother of Punk” will give a spoken-word performance in May to benefit the Archives of American Art. Continue reading Patti Smith on art, love and artists’ love letters
Mar
29
“El Orgullo y la Determinacion”: Pride and determination at the Portrait Gallery
The National Portrait Gallery unveiled a portrait of pitching great Pedro Martinez in a moving ceremony Friday. Martinez is the youngest of more than 50 baseball legends depicted in the Gallery’s collection. Continue reading “El Orgullo y la Determinacion”: Pride and determination at the Portrait Gallery
