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Spring Into Creativity: Discover Art Classes From Smithsonian Associates

Refresh your skills and spark new ideas this spring—open to all levels, wherever you are

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Earn a Smithsonian World Art History Certificate This Year

Your Passport to a World of Art

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Celebrate the Season: Your Guide to Smithsonian Associates’ Holiday Programs

Ring in the holidays with a festive mix of programs, studio arts classes and performances

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New Season, New Skills: Explore Fall Art Classes From Smithsonian Associates

Join a vibrant creative community this fall—no matter your skill level or location

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Discover the History of America's Road Trip Culture and More Learning Experiences From Smithsonian Associates

Embark on your next great learning adventure with Smithsonian Associates

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Discover Online and In-Person Art Classes from Smithsonian Associates

Add a creative spark to your spring with hands-on arts classes taught by professional artists

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Explore Fascinating Destinations With Smithsonian Associates on Expert-Led Tours

Discover one-of-a-kind travel experiences to satisfy your yen for learning and discovery

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Earn a Smithsonian World Art History Certificate Online in 2025

Deepen your knowledge of art through programs that span centuries and cultures

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Celebrate the Spirit of the Season With These Festive Smithsonian Associates Programs

Get in the holiday spirit with programs, studio arts classes, and performances, offered online and in person

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Hear From Bobby Flay About His 100 Favorite Recipes and Discover Other Smithsonian Events You Can Enjoy From Home in November

Online and in person, Smithsonian Associates offers lectures and seminars, studio arts classes, and study tours for curious minds

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An Evening With Henry Winkler and More Programs in October

Smithsonian Associates offers a variety of fascinating lectures and seminars, studio art classes, and study tours this month

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Discoveries of the Webb Space Telescope and More Programs in September

Expand your mind with Smithsonian Associates’ online and in-person programs

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Get ‘Otterly Amazing’ Insights From Smithsonian Zookeepers and More August Programs

Keep cool with Smithsonian Associates in August with programs, tours and classes designed to entertain and enlighten

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Explore America’s Roadside Wonders and More Lively Programs in July

Beat the heat with Smithsonian Associates’ expansive roster of classes, programs and tours

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Baseball in the Movies and More Programs to Kick off Summer

Expand your mind and entertain your senses with Smithsonian Associates programs in June

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An Evening With Author Erik Larson and More Programs in May

Online and in person, Smithsonian Associates offers classes, discussions and lectures for curious minds

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From Space to Insects, April Brings New Programs for Curious Minds

Breeze into spring with Smithsonian Associates; enjoy a stimulating class or program in April

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Reading the Constitution With Justice Stephen Breyer and Other Extraordinary Programs in March

Online or in person, Smithsonian Associates offers classes, discussions and lectures for curious minds

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Bird-friendly Coffee Takes Wing and More Programs in February

Birds and beans and other fascinating connections

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Enter a World of Art in 2024

Join Smithsonian Associates' World Art History Certificate Program

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