It’s that time of year, and the Smithsonian Institution is leaving no corner undecorated for the holidays. Discover a little known link between the Smithsonian and the ubiquitous holiday decoration. Continue reading A Smithsonian holiday story: Joel Poinsett and the Poinsettia
The American Indian Museum has launched a sustained research and documentary partnership with traditional Quechua authorities in the Andean villages near Pisaq, Peru. Continue reading ‘Chawaytiri on the Road’
A stunning exhibition at the American Art Museum demonstrates the power of art to be both a reflection of our times and a portent of things to come. Continue reading ‘Alexis Rockman: A Fable for Tomorrow’
QVC has unveiled the latest National Gem Gallery line of jewelry inspired by the Natural History Museum’s National Gem Collection. Continue reading Diamonds are a girl’s BFF
The updated “Barron Hilton Pioneers of Flight Gallery” features new research, more artifacts and a range of special activities. Continue reading “Pioneers of Flight” at the Air and Space Museum
For almost a century, the Bradley and Hubbard Manufacturing Company produced everything from inkwells to elevator grills that were both functional and decorative. A sample of the company’s output is now on display. Continue reading Masters of metalwork
The new National Museum of American Jewish History, a Smithsonian Affiliate, opens to the public Nov. 26 in Philadelphia. Continue reading Smithsonian artifacts help tell the story of American Jewish history
Scientists from the National Zoo and the Smithsonian Tropical Research Center, along with partners from the Panama Amphibian Rescue and Conservation Project, are working to save endangered frogs from extinction. Continue reading Smithsonian scientists first to breed critically endangered tree frog
Retirees and other former SI staff are encouraged to take advantage of the special events and programs offered by the Smithsonian Alumni Program. Continue reading Alumni group going strong
Warning: Extreme risk of cuteness overload after the jump. Continue reading Secretary Clough weighs in on the Zoo’s growing lion pride
Vote now for the Autumn 2025 Windows Lock Screen. Voting ends Sunday, September 21st! Continue reading Vote now for the Autumn 2025 Windows Lock Screen
(Ed. note: We should note that it's never wise to stand behind a cow, even a buttery one. Cow pies never win blue ribbons.) Continue reading Behind the Butter Cow: A Look at the Renwick’s new State Fair exhibition
More than $2.5 million in grants has been awarded to fund projects ranging from exposing little kids to nature, the link between movement and emotional wellbeing and building a robotic telescope. Continue reading 2025 Together we Thrive
Melanie Adams will serve as interim director beginning August 26. Continue reading Director of the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum is stepping down
