Nature
Moving to An Area With More Green Space Can Improve Your Mental Health for Years
A new study finds that the mental benefits of greenery are immediate and long-lasting
This Awesome Atmospheric Anomaly Filled the Grand Canyon With Fog
Visitors to Grand Canyon National Park in recent days were treated to a special sight as a rare atmospheric behavior filled the canyon
About Deep Time: A Preview of the Natural History Museum’s Fossil Hall Renovation
The new Deep Time Hall will connect paleontology to modern life
Smithsonian Museums and the Panda Cam are Back in Business Today
After the 16-day government shutdown, visitors can once again visit the Smithsonian museums and the National Zoo relaunches the panda cam
Due to the Shutdown, Arrival of the Natural History Museum’s T. Rex is Postponed Until Spring
The highly anticipated acquisition of one the most complete T. Rex specimens in existence is delayed
How the City of Mud Stays Standing: Meet the Masons of Djenné, Mali
A new exhibition at Natural History explores the ancient craft in a modern world
New Exhibitions at the Ocean Hall Ask What You Can Do for Your Oceans
Three new exhibitions explore humans' relationship to the ocean
The Secret to the Modern Beehive is a One-Centimeter Air Gap
Beekeeping dates back to ancient Egypt. But in 1851, a Massachusetts minister invented a new hive. His secret? Something called "bee space"
Why are Honeybees and Skyscrapers Sweet for Each Other?
It’s not just about the honey. The humble honeybee is starting to play a greater role in the design of urban living
Biomimetic Design Means We’ll All Be Living A Bug’s Life
Researchers and designers looking to nature for inspiration have literally one million reasons to reveal the secrets of insects
Events July 2-4: Discover Genetic Coding, Experience Garifuna Culture and Watch ‘March Point’
This week, check out an exhibit on genes, witness a Central American song and dance performance and watch Native American film "March Point"
Smithsonian Creates America’s Family Photo Album, Featuring You
Help create the ultimate album with your own memories and photographs from visiting the museums
Events June 25-27: Electrical Inventions, Revolutionary Knowledge and Butterfly Gardens
This weekend, take a glimpse into Nikola Tesla's life, sharpen your knowledge on revolutionary figures and tour the Butterfly Garden
How to Build a Greenland Kayak from Scratch
A Smithsonian builder takes on the challenge of crafting a kayak following a 4,000-year-old tradition
Unlock the Science and Ethics of the Human Genome in a New Exhibit at the Natural History Museum
The new exhibition celebrated 60 years of genetic research and makes it accessible to large audiences
This is What a Huge, Rotating Supercell Looks Like
Photographer Mike Olbinski captured a massive and rare type of thunderstorm along the Texas panhandle
Events June 11-13: Waste-to-energy, Teenage History Stars and the World’s Best Nature Photos
This week, learn about an alternative way to save energy, see the work of National History Day contestants and see nature like you've never seen it before
What’s Working When It Comes to the Ocean?
On World Oceans Day, scientist Nancy Knowlton reflects on the health of our seas
Events June 4-6: The Middle Passage, the Battle of Vicksburg and Whales
This week, hear stories of the slave trade, learn about one of the Civil War's most pivotal battles and discover Smithsonian's whale collection
The Robot Revolution Is for the Birds
Look up for robotic ravens and cyborg pigeons
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