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History / U.S. History

Stuart's Lansdowne portrait of George Washington

A Gift to the Nation

Benjamin Franklin

Dr. Franklin’s Plan

This printer, scientist and ambassador early formed a plan for himself —and for the country he helped to found

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In Good Spirits

Lily dale, New York, is a curious little village where the still-quick commune with the once-quick

Executive Images

To assemble “The American Presidency” exhibition, experts scour a treasure trove of historic pictures

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Destination: Take a Walk on the Wild Side

Taking a short “Smithsonian Journey” through the museums’ amazing collections

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Funny Money

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People of the Reindeer

Khanty reindeer herders of northwestern Siberia have fought cold weather and foreign incursions for centuries, but these people may not weather the storm

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Race for a Remedy

Retired from the track, thoroughbred First Flight served as a “factory” to produce botulism antitoxin

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The Liveliest Museum

King Arthur Flour Company

Baking Up a Business

At the King Arthur Flour Company, folks have helped us produce the perfect loaf of bread— since 1790

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Recollecting the Presidents

An election year exhibition proudly hails the chiefs

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Presidential Designs

Re-created at the Smithsonian, the White House’s Cross Hall tells a tale of changing styles

A Lofty Tribute to Barns

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The Impossible Job

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