Aug
23
Today in Smithsonian History: August 23, 2011
August 23, 2011. Earthquake! (Did the earth move for you?) Continue reading Today in Smithsonian History: August 23, 2011
Aug
14
The impulse to innovate is the focus of an inventive new display
Human beings have been trying to build a better mousetrap since the first caveman caught the first field mouse stealing a scrap. A new display at the Smithsonian Castle highlights our restless spirit of invention. Continue reading The impulse to innovate is the focus of an inventive new display
Aug
01
Today in Smithsonian History: August 1, 1848
August 1, 1848. Dr. Robert Hare donates his inventions to the Smithsonian, where they go on display in the vaguely sinister “Apparatus Room.” Continue reading Today in Smithsonian History: August 1, 1848
May
18
A few of my favorite things: Josie Fan
Curious teenagers and antique ballgowns have an enthusiastic patron in volunteer Josie Fan. Continue reading A few of my favorite things: Josie Fan
Jan
08
ICYMI: Highlights from the week that was Dec. 31, 2017 – Jan. 6, 2018
The news was tumultuous this week as we looked back on the 1968 riots, the Standing Rock protests and the Poor People’s campaign. We also previewed some politically charged art exhibitions and wondered if we’d be able to afford to see them. Continue reading ICYMI: Highlights from the week that was Dec. 31, 2017 – Jan. 6, 2018
Oct
12
Throw-back Thursday
Smithsonian historian Pamela Henson describes a more pastoral National Mall. Continue reading Throw-back Thursday
Sep
07
ICYMI: Highlights from the week that was August 27 – September 2, 2017
Killer ants, deadly weather and dollhouse death scenes–this week spoke to the screaming hairy armadillo in all of us. Continue reading ICYMI: Highlights from the week that was August 27 – September 2, 2017
Aug
07
Amy and the owls: Super cool!
At the Smithsonian, you’re always prepared for “other duties as assigned.” But some duties you can never be fully prepared for. Continue reading Amy and the owls: Super cool!
Mar
15
March 15, 1882
Secretary Spencer F. Baird asks Congress to remodel and fireproof the East Wing of the Smithsonian Institution Building. Continue reading March 15, 1882
