The new amphibian ancestor joins a growing list of species named after Jim Henson and his Muppet characters. Continue reading Newly discovered fossil from the Smithsonian’s collection named after Kermit the Frog
The work of a pioneering celebrity photographer shines a spotlight on the iconic era. Continue reading Relive the Glamour of Hollywood’s Golden Age With These Photos
This year, National Museum of Natural History Director Kirk Johnson helped spearhead an effort to add up the collections of the world’s largest museums. Continue reading 1.1 Billion Objects and Counting: Inside the Effort to Tally Natural History Specimens Around the Globe
With more than 20 years of experience at the Smithsonian, Dorothy Lippert is championing a collaborative approach to repatriation. Continue reading Meet the Archaeologist Leading the Natural History Museum’s Repatriation Efforts
After a trip to Amsterdam and discussions on a forthcoming National Slavery Museum in the Netherlands, I was struck by our universal and perpetually incomplete project of memorializing the past. Continue reading Reflections From a Dutch National Reckoning
Learn how arachnologist (that’s spider specialist to you and me) Hannah Wood uses the fossil record to track the evolution of these misunderstood critters.
PLUS! Bonus creepy spider facts about swallowing spiders in your sleep. Gulp! Continue reading Meet the Scientist Studying the Scary Speed of Spider Jaws
From the National Mall to rural schoolhouses, we’re bringing learning to students of all ages. Continue reading How the Smithsonian Is Educating the Next Generation
The Smithsonian makes learning come alive for visiting field trip groups through memorable and engaging theater performances. Continue reading Heritage, Science, and Culture Take Center Stage with Discovery Theater Performances for Students
Seasons creepings! This Halloween, get to know some animals who don’t deserve to have such fearsome reputations… and some that you might not want to encounter alone on a moonlit night. Continue reading Four animals that are not as creepy as you think (and four that are creepier)
A new field trip offering from the Anacostia Community Museum spotlights local contemporary history, promotes self-efficacy and urges secondary students to imagine a more equitable future. Continue reading ACM’s message to students: “You, too, can be a change maker”
This year's Smithsonian Craft Show, Creating Joy, opens Wednesday, May 1, at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C. and runs through Sunday, May 5. Continue reading 2024 Smithsonian Craft Show, “Creating Joy,” opens May 1
Although we recognize the importance of our volunteers every day, April is Volunteer Appreciation Month and a good time for Secretary Bunch to offer his personal thanks to all the volunteers who make our day-to-day operations possible. Continue reading Thank you to our volunteers!
The James Smithson Bicentennial Medal is reserved for individuals who have made distinguished contributions to the advancement of art, science, history, culture, education, or technology. Continue reading Thomas Haas honored with James Smithson Bicentennial Medal
Alexis Nolan rejoins OVS as Lead Volunteer Coordinator. Continue reading Alexis Nolan returns to OVS for a second tour of duty
This year's Smithsonian Craft Show, Creating Joy, opens Wednesday, May 1, at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C. and runs through Sunday, May 5. Continue reading 2024 Smithsonian Craft Show, “Creating Joy,” opens May 1
