Film
After Long Absence, the Folklife Festival Returns to the National Mall
The much-loved summer event, featuring the United Arab Emirates and Earth Optimism programs, opens with a concert hosted by Yo-Yo Ma
Footage Shows How Daily Life Didn't Change After Chernobyl—and the Cover-Up's Toxic Aftermath
A new documentary shows how the disaster transformed—and endangered—those who lived near the nuclear plant
Join in a Meditation on the Twists of Memories Handed Down From One Generation to Another
A new commission, based on the acclaimed video 'Birthright' by artist Maren Hassenger, explores the legacy of slavery in family history
'Top Gun' Is Back. But Is the Elite Navy Fighter Pilot School Really Like the Movies?
The Smithsonian’s Chris Browne flew the much-feared F-14, and as a former TOPGUN student, knows well the power of a Navy-trained fighter pilot
Who Was Pinocchio's Mysterious Blue-Haired Fairy?
Author Carlo Collodi may have drawn inspiration from one—or a few—female figures in his life
There’s No Place Like Home—but What’s the Right Place for Dorothy's Dress From 'The Wizard of Oz'?
Donated to the head of Catholic University’s drama department in 1973, the garment's ownership is now at the center of a legal dispute
The Surprisingly Long History of 'Choose-Your-Own-Adventure' Stories
From the 'I Ching' to an upcoming Netflix rom-com, interactive fiction dares us to decide what happens next
Digging Up the History of the Nuclear Fallout Shelter
For 75 years, images of bunker life have reflected the shifting optimism, anxieties and cynicism of the Atomic Age
How Playwright August Wilson Captured the Highs and Lows of Black America
An immersive exhibition in Pittsburgh explores the award-winning dramatist's life and legacy
The History Behind Robert Eggers' 'The Northman'
The revenge saga blends traditional accounts with the supernatural to convey the lived experience of the Viking age
The Academy Awards Museum Will Create New Exhibition on Hollywood's Jewish Roots in Response to Criticism
When the museum opened last year, industry leaders and donors expressed disappointment at what they saw as a stunning omission in the exhibition content
A Guide to 'The Godfather' Filming Locations in New York City
To mark the 50th anniversary of the award-winning movie, here are seven scene-setting sites worth a visit
Studio Executives Did Not Want Marlon Brando for the Title Role in 'The Godfather'
On the film's 50th anniversary, a Smithsonian historian reflects on the cultural phenomenon of the blockbuster hit
Harriet Tubman Is Famous for Being an Abolitionist and Political Activist, but She Was Also a Naturalist
The Underground Railroad conductor's understanding of botany, wildlife biology, geography and astronomy allowed her to guide herself and others to safety
The Evolution of Betty Boop
Film censorship sparked the beloved cartoon character's mid-1930s makeover
Photographer Iké Udé Is Retelling Africa's Narrative With the Power of Portraiture
A new show celebrates the stars of Nigeria's Nollywood, the country’s vibrant $3 billion film industry
This Deepfake Exhibition Shows How Convincing the New Technology Can Be
The Museum of the Moving Image tests whether patrons can spot the difference between fabrication and reality
How Agatha Christie's Love of Archaeology Influenced 'Death on the Nile'
In the 1930s, the mystery writer accompanied her archaeologist husband on annual digs in the Middle East
Celebrating the Viral 'Encanto' Soundtrack's Colombian Roots
Grammy-winning artist Carlos Vives sings the title song, which honors the rich traditions underlying the film's music
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'
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