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How America Took a Great Leap of Faith Toward Democracy and Independence

This July 4th weekend, read about the bold and radical experiment to test a wholly new form of government

Barbara Clark Smith | July 3, 2025

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How Early Peoples Built Bark Canoes for Their Transportation

On this National Canoe Day, learn about early canoe experiments

William W. Fitzhugh and Harri Luukkanen | June 26, 2025

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The Perfect Menu to Make Your Juneteenth Celebration More Memorable

Enjoy the holiday with recipes from the Sweet Home Café Cookbook

Albert G. Lukas and Jessica B. Harris | June 18, 2025

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Make Father's Day a Success With These Giftable Smithsonian Books

Check out these book recommendations that are perfect for dads

Smithsonian Books | June 5, 2025
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How the Smithsonian Supported Scientific Exploration During Westward Expansion

A new book on the history of the Smithsonian reveals its place alongside the nation's development

Tom D. Crouch | April 24, 2025
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Witness the Drama and Spectacle of Stellar Death With the Chandra X-Ray Observatory

These Chandra images reveal how stars end their life in majesty

Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory | April 3, 2025
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Indigenous Artist DY Begay Conjures the Magic of Nature With Her Tapestries

Experience the artist’s stunning work in the first book dedicated to her career

National Museum of the American Indian | March 27, 2025
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Visiting Washington, D.C. for Spring Break? Pack These Books to Enrich Your Trip!

Smithsonian Books can help you plan your best D.C. getaway

Smithsonian Books | March 20, 2025
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The Man Who Helped Predict Black Holes, Both Real and Hypothetical

A new book demystifies black holes and explores what we still don't know about them

James Trefil and Shobita Satyapal | March 13, 2025
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The Smithsonian Passport Makes Visiting Washington, D.C. Even More of an Adventure

Track your travels through the nation’s capital with fun stickers in a new adventure passport

Smithsonian Books | February 21, 2025
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Now You Can Fold Planes From the National Air and Space Museum and Watch Them Fly

Check out a new book of paper airplanes inspired by the Smithsonian's collections

Michael D. Hulslander | February 13, 2025
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Five Smithsonian Objects to Honor Black History Month

Learn Black history with these objects from the National Museum of African American History and Culture

Smithsonian Institution | February 7, 2025
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How the Largest Volcanic Eruption in Human History Changed the World

Read about the volcano that some believe almost wiped humans off the planet

Donald R. Prothero | January 24, 2025
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Five Fun Trivia Facts for Inauguration Day

Become a presidential expert in no time

Amy Pastan | January 16, 2025
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Six Wintry Wildlife Images to Celebrate the Season

Enjoy animals in the snow with these award-winning photographs

Rosamund Kidman Cox | January 9, 2025
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Ten Smithsonian Books for Every Reader on Your Holiday List

Make your shopping this year a breeze with these book recommendations!

Smithsonian Books | December 12, 2024
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Bird Nests and Eggs Reveal More Than Meets the Eye

Learn more about the natural world with three incredible bird specimens

Douglas G. D. Russell | October 17, 2024
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The History of the Ballot and the People Who Cast Them

Learn about the fascinating role of voting in the United States

Lisa Kathleen Graddy | October 10, 2024
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Five Photographs That Reveal the Beauty of Airport Towers

Explore airports around the world through the eyes of a Smithsonian photographer

Carolyn J. Russo | October 3, 2024
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