Black History
Weekend Events Feb 17-19: Gallery Talk, Presidential Family Fun Day, and a Tour with the Artist
This weekend, learn about the influences of artist Jacob Lawrence, celebrate Presidents' Day Weekend with the whole family, and take a tour of some of the most famous Civil War sites.
February 17, 2012 |
By Aviva Shen
President Obama to Speak At Groundbreaking for African American History and Culture Museum
The groundbreaking ceremony for the Smithsonian's newest museum, scheduled to open in 2015, will feature Obama, Laura Bush and others
February 16, 2012 |
By Joseph Stromberg
How Much the Hope Diamond is Worth and Other Questions From Our Readers
From American art, history and culture, air and space technology, contemporary art, Asian art and any of the sciences from astronomy to zoology, we'll find an answer
February 07, 2012 |
By Aviva Shen
Celebrate Black History Month with the Smithsonian
From Kenyan storytelling performances to Black Power film screenings, February on the Mall is buzzing with Black History Month events.
February 01, 2012 |
By Aviva Shen
The Top Five Most Anticipated Exhibits of 2012
Take a look at the five upcoming exhibits we're most excited about.
February 01, 2012 |
By Aviva Shen
“Paradox of Liberty” Tells the Other Side of Jefferson’s Monticello
Presented by the National Museum of African American History and Culture, this exhibit looks at the iconic founding father through the eyes of his slaves.
January 31, 2012 |
By Aviva Shen
The Tuskegee Airmen Plane's Last Flight
The final voyage of a World War II biplane evokes the exploits of the legendary fighting force
November 2011 |
By Owen Edwards
National Museum of African American History and Culture Visits Mississippi
Curators review family heirlooms brought in to the B.B. King Museum in Indianola
September 20, 2011 |
By Megan Gambino
Events August 29-September 1: Zoo Cuisine, “For All the World To See,” Let’s Eat!, Apache 8
This week, see feeding time for exotic animals, get a guided tour of the Civil Rights movement and more..
August 29, 2011 |
By Joseph Stromberg
The “Spirit of Tuskegee” Stearman Lands in DC
After a month-long trip from California to Washington, D.C., a biplane once used to train Tuskegee Airmen arrives at the Smithsonian
August 05, 2011 |
By Megan Gambino
On the Flight Path of the Tuskegee Stearman Winging its Way to the Smithsonian
Captain Matt Quy, in his Spirit of Tuskegee Stearman biplane, is on a journey across the United States to deliver his historic aircraft to the National Museum of African American History and Culture
July 27, 2011 |
By Smithsonian Staff
Weekend Events July 15-17: The Inca Road, Pheon and More
This weekend take part in a satellite discussion about the Inca Road, Pheon and a look into a new American History exhibition.
July 14, 2011 |
By Brittany Dant
“For All the World to See” Taking Another Look at the Civil Rights Movement
"For All The World To See: Visual Culture and the Struggle for Civil Rights," encourages visitors to take another look at the civil rights movement
July 11, 2011 |
By Arcynta Ali Childs
Up in the Sky! Tuskegee Airmen Plane Barnstorms Into the Smithsonian Collections
The Stearman biplane will be put on display when the museum opens on the Mall in 2015 and will remain a vivid, perpetual tribute to the Tuskegee Airmen
July 08, 2011 |
By admin
Juneteenth: Our Other Independence Day
Two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation, American slavery came to an end and a celebration of freedom was born
June 16, 2011 |
By Kenneth C. Davis
Smithsonian Wants George Clinton’s Funk
Parliament-Funkadelic bandleader George Clinton talks about his donation of his iconic Mothership stage prop to the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
June 15, 2011 |
By Jeff Campagna
On This Day in History: Remembering the Freedom Rides
There is much to celebrate in the month of May—Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, Mother's Day, as well as a number of anniversaries marking special events in our nation's history. On today, we turn our focus, slightly, from remembering the Civil War to acknowledging the civil rights movement i...
May 04, 2011 |
By Arcynta Ali Childs
The Smithsonian Museums and The National Zoo Are Open
All Smithsonian museums and the National Zoo are open.Don't miss out on all the events and happenings, all scheduled as planned. Tarantula feedings at the Natural History Museum. A special tour of the Kinsey Collections at American History. An Earth Day celebration at the American Art Museum.And he...
April 08, 2011 |
By Beth Py-Lieberman
Events: Rap Music, Live Theater, Human Evolution and More
Monday, November 15: It’s cold outside — take in a movie.It’s a good day to take in an IMAX movie—and your entertainment options are plentiful. Theaters are located in the Natural History Museum, the Air and Space Museum and the Udvar-Hazy Center. In addition to short films—like “Dinosaurs” and “Le...
November 15, 2010 |
By Jesse Rhodes
Weekend Events: Indonesian Film, Kitchen Gadgets and Navy Band Music
Friday, November 5: The Rainbow TroopsThis adaptation of Andrea Hirata's popular novel is one of the most successful films in Indonesian box-office history.In this heartstring-tugging tale, follow three boys from an impoverished, rural community as they pursue an education with the hope that knowle...
November 05, 2010 |
By Jesse Rhodes
