American History Museum
New Artifacts Document the Soaring Popularity of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
The Smithsonian bestows its Great Americans Award on the former associate justice of the U.S. Supreme Court
How Do Birds Stay Upright When They Are Sleeping?
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How Baseball Put Its Stamp on the American Psyche
An exhibition at the National Postal Museum examines the history of the nation’s favorite pastime
When Patsy Cline Broke Through as a Country Music Phenom
The recording star sported a homemade suit as spectacular as her voice
What the History of Science and Religion Reveals About Today's Divisive Covid Debates
A new Smithsonian book and exhibition explores the ongoing conflicts and reconciliations between faith and technology in American life
Before the Riddler, Batman's Archenemy Was Hitler
A Smithsonian collection of vintage Golden Age comic books tells a story of WWII propaganda, patriotism and support of the war effort
Tearing Down the Barriers for Black Inventors Begins With Honoring Their Historic Breakthroughs
Smithsonian’s Eric S. Hintz, a historian of invention, details how scholars are envisioning a more inclusive ecosystem for the innovators of tomorrow
How Pete Souza Fits Into the Storied History of Presidential Photography
In his new book, the former White House photographer frames a clear picture of the Obama years
Meet the Trailblazers in Women’s Olympic Snowboarding
The careers of Shannon Dunn-Downing, Kelly Clark, Amy Purdy and Hannah Teter are recognized in the Smithsonian collections; learn their stories
The Most Anticipated Museum Openings of 2022
Scheduled to open this year are new institutions dedicated to African American history, electronic music and Nordic art
Twenty-Two Smithsonian Shows to See in 2022
Falcon hunting, Watergate, a Kusama mirror room and the new Latino Gallery await
How Sidney Poitier Rewrote the Script for Black Actors in Hollywood
Smithsonian curators reflect on the legacy of the late Poitier, who starred in 'In the Heat of the Night' and 'Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner'
Archiving the January 6 Insurrection for History
On the one-year anniversary of the attack on the Capitol, the National Museum of American History continues to collect related artifacts
Ben Franklin Lives in Your Smartphone
The 18th-century inventor discovered concepts that impact modern technology
How Betty White Broke Barriers for Women in Television
A Smithsonian curator reflects on the legacy of the beloved “Golden Girls” actress
What 'It's a Wonderful Life' Teaches Us About American History
The Christmas classic, released 75 years ago, conveys many messages beyond having faith in one another
How the Swimsuit Showdown Shaped the Miss America Contest
A new behind-the-scenes book, “There She Was,” and a Smithsonian collecting initiative celebrate the pageant’s centennial
The Return of America's Celebrity Inventor
In a new book, Smithsonian historian Eric S. Hintz traces the rise and fall, and rise again, of the maverick inventor
Smithsonian Scholars Pick Their Favorite Books of 2021
The writings of many fine authors support the research and ambitious undertakings of an Institution rising to the challenges ahead
How to Tell the Thanksgiving Story on Its 400th Anniversary
Scholars are unraveling the myths surrounding the 1621 feast, which found the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag cementing a newly established alliance
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