Nature
The Robot Revolution Is for the Birds
Look up for robotic ravens and cyborg pigeons
The Past, Present, and Future of the Cuckoo Clock
From Orson Welles to Twitter, a look into the classic time-telling relic from your grandparents' attic
Events May 14-16: New Research, Old Films and Live Jazz
This week, hear the latest from the brains at the Smithsonian, dissect the great Nam June Paik's video legacy and relax with live music
Exploring the World’s Most Imperiled Rivers
Agriculture, pollution and hydroelectric development threaten many great rivers. See them while they still flow, via raft, kayak, canoe—or bicycle
Hiking with Your Dog This Summer May Be Harder Than You Think
If you've entertained ideas of boundless romping in the woods with your pet, you may be in for a serious letdown
A Night at the Museum with the Smithsonian’s Laser Cowboys
A look at the future with Adam Metallo and Vince Rossi, who recently spent two nights scanning the Natural History Museum's entire Dino Hall in 3D
From Sea to Shining Sea: Great Ways to Explore Canada
Here are six ways to experience the greatest scenery of America's neighbor to the north
Sequestration to Cause Closures, Secretary Clough Testifies
Gallery closings, fewer exhibitions and reduced educational offerings are some of the impacts he listed before the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
Going the Distance on the Pacific Crest Trail
One of America's great long-distance hiking trails, the PCT meanders 2,650 miles through three states
Events April 9-11: Tarantulas, Star Gazing and an Award-winning Film
This week, hold some creepy crawlers, look at craters on the moon and watch a film based on Joseph Conrad's first novel
Photos: Scenes From Life Under the Sea
Three decades in and photojournalist Brian Skerry is still getting acquainted with the ocean's many characters
Events March 29-31: Parasitic Wasps, Joseph Henry and Victorian Portraits
This weekend, learn about wasps that live inside their prey, meet Smithsonian's first secretary from 1846 and see living rooms from 150 years ago
Butterflies, Baseball and Blossoms: Tours for Your Spring Vacation
Two custom tours come fully loaded with insider information, digital postcards and step-by-step directions
Why We Should All Celebrate Save a Spider Day
Insect keeper Dan Babbitt of the Natural History Museum explains what makes spiders so cool
What Happened the Last Time the Climate Changed
Smithsonian scientists investigate a sudden warming of the Earth 55 million years ago to understand how climate change will affect future ecosystems
Snowy Day, But Smithsonian D.C. Museums Open, Zoo Closes
Bad weather threatens the metro area, but the Smithsonian museums Will Open, National Zoo is Closed
Winged Migration: The 77-Carat Butterfly Brooch That “Glows” in the Dark
The piece by Taiwanese artist Cindy Chao has a surprise revealed only under ultraviolet light
Women’s History Month at the Smithsonian
From a Confederate spy to a deepwater researcher, women are everywhere and the Smithsonian is telling their stories
Events March 5-7: Understanding Contemporary Art, Québec Microbrews and Lute Player Naseer Shamma
This week, learn how to interpret contemporary art, taste some Canadian microbrews and listen to one of the world's best flute players
Biking Ecuador’s Spectacular Avenue of the Volcanoes
Home to a string of high peaks, including 20,564-foot Chimborazo, the area offers some of the finest cycling, hiking and adventuring country anywhere
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