Feb
20
Today in Smithsonian History: February 20, 1994
February 20, 1994. The Arthur M. Sackler Gallery presents its first major exhibition of Korean Art. Continue reading Today in Smithsonian History: February 20, 1994
Feb
19
How Native Women artists guided the creation of “Hearts of Our People”
Co-curator Teri Greeves explains how Native women shaped the vision for a groundbreaking new exhibition at the Renwick Gallery. Continue reading How Native Women artists guided the creation of “Hearts of Our People”
Feb
17
Celebrate President’s Day in the company of greatness
Feeling a little fatigued about the current state of American politics? Refresh yourself and gain some perspective by visiting “America’s Presidents” at the National Portrait Gallery. Continue reading Celebrate President’s Day in the company of greatness
Feb
03
ICYMI: Highlights from the week that was Jan. 26 – Jan. 31, 2020
Amidst the dispiriting news of the impeachment hearings this week, at least we can celebrate research that shows our sloth bears are smarter than the average bear. Or Senator. Continue reading ICYMI: Highlights from the week that was Jan. 26 – Jan. 31, 2020
Jan
24
Are we on the verge of a global pandemic? (UPDATED)
UPDATE Dr. Sabrina Sholts, curator of biological anthropology at the National Museum of Natural History, explains where the corona virus came from, how it is spreading and what you can do to prevent getting it. Continue reading Are we on the verge of a global pandemic? (UPDATED)
Jan
22
The dazzling diplomacy of Madeleine Albright
The first female Secretary of State—and the highest ranking woman in the history of the U.S. government at the time—used humor and the traditional accoutrements of femininity to practice her own kind of diplomacy. Continue reading The dazzling diplomacy of Madeleine Albright
Jan
15
Beauty Rich and Rare
Experience the extraordinary flora and fauna of Australia–before it’s gone forever. Continue reading Beauty Rich and Rare
Jan
15
Today in Smithsonian History: January 15, 1924
January 15, 1924. A special exhibition of James Whistler’s etchings opens at the Freer Gallery of Art. We do not know how many young ladies were invited to view them by Lotharios with impure motives. Continue reading Today in Smithsonian History: January 15, 1924
Jan
11
Today in Smithsonian History: January 11, 1994
January 11, 1994. “Workers at the White House” opens as a traveling exhibition. Continue reading Today in Smithsonian History: January 11, 1994
Jan
09
Artist at Work: Jackson Tanner
John Barrat profiles one of our Smithsonian colleagues whose work is on display in the Artists at Work exhibition. Continue reading Artist at Work: Jackson Tanner
