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American History Museum Acquires John Isner’s Tennis Racket

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Bidding Farewell to National Inventor’s Month

In his new book, The Lost Cyclist, bike historian David V. Herlihy tells the story of Frank Lenz, an accountant turned long-distance cyclist.

The Unsolved Case of the “Lost Cyclist”

Author David V. Herlihy discusses his book about Frank Lenz’s tragic failed attempt to travel the world by bicycle

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“The Cats of Mirikitani” Screening at the Renwick Gallery

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The American History Museum Gets a Red Hat

For Smithsonian's September issue, author Gioia Diliberto took on the story of Pearl Curran and her spirit writer Patience Worth.

Gioia Diliberto on “Ghost Writer”

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Now Showing: “The Wildest Dream” at Samuel C. Johnson IMAX

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Art Out of a Vending Machine?

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The Mysterious Death of Robert Kennicott

Richard Branson, shown here in a replica spaceship, wants to place CO2-intensive activities above Earth.

Richard Branson on Space Travel

The billionaire entertainment mogul talks about the future of transportation and clean energy

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“Revealing Culture,” Showing Work by Disabled Artists, Open at Ripley Center

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Mars Day!

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Happy Birthday, Hiram Powers

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And the American Art Museum’s Eldredge Prize Goes to…

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Paying Homage to Sally Ride

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“Read My Pins: The Madeleine Albright Collection” Opens Friday

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A Spoonful of Pickle Juice…Helps Muscle Cramps Go Down

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A Look at Europe’s Latest and Greatest Video Art

Michael Walsh is a New York Times bestselling author and most recently wrote an article on boxer Jack Johnson and musician Scott Joplin for Smithsonian.

Michael Walsh on “Great Expectations”

Veterinary dentist Barron Hall was called to help a 15-year-old female western lowland gorilla who had a fractured tooth.

Q and A with Barron Hall, Veterinary Dentist

Root canals on cheetahs, lions and gorillas is just another day at the office for veterinary dentist Barron Hall

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