Smithsonian Folklife Festival | smithsonianmag.comhttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/rss/tag/smithsonian-folklife-festival/RSS feed for Smithsonian Folklife FestivalenFri, 30 Jan 2026 15:59:01 +0000Ten of the Most Exciting Ways to Commemorate America's 250th This Yearhttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/ten-of-the-most-exciting-ways-to-commemorate-americas-250th-this-year-180988106/Our country’s birthday bash includes exhibitions, historical reenactments, a massive potluck and moreFri, 30 Jan 2026 15:59:01 +0000https://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/ten-of-the-most-exciting-ways-to-commemorate-americas-250th-this-year-180988106/These Are the Top Ten Most Anticipated Museums Opening Around the World in 2026https://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/these-are-the-top-ten-most-anticipated-museums-opening-around-the-world-in-2026-180988037/New institutions dedicated to digital art, exploration, hip-hop, conservation and more are expected to welcome visitors this yearWed, 21 Jan 2026 20:20:05 +0000https://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/these-are-the-top-ten-most-anticipated-museums-opening-around-the-world-in-2026-180988037/At This Year’s Folklife Festival, the Kids Are All Righthttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/at-this-years-folklife-festival-the-kids-are-all-right-180986908/Cultural traditions such as mariachi and hula are being shepherded by a new generationWed, 02 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/at-this-years-folklife-festival-the-kids-are-all-right-180986908/The Head of the Smithsonian Talks About America’s 250th, Why Experts Still Matter and What to Expect From the Institution in 2025https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/the-head-of-the-smithsonian-talks-about-americas-250th-why-experts-still-matter-and-what-to-expect-from-the-institution-in-2025-180985821/In an extensive interview, Secretary Lonnie G. Bunch III spoke on the current political climate, the process of returning human remains from the Institution’s collections, the awe-inspiring scope of Smithsonian science and much moreTue, 14 Jan 2025 13:00:00 +0000https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/the-head-of-the-smithsonian-talks-about-americas-250th-why-experts-still-matter-and-what-to-expect-from-the-institution-in-2025-180985821/How Indigenous Communities Preserve and Practice Heritage at the 2024 Smithsonian Folklife Festivalhttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/how-indigenous-communities-preserve-and-practice-heritage-at-the-2024-smithsonian-folklife-festival-180984598/The annual festival returns to the National Mall to celebrate Indigenous traditions that span continents and generationsTue, 25 Jun 2024 14:17:44 +0000https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/how-indigenous-communities-preserve-and-practice-heritage-at-the-2024-smithsonian-folklife-festival-180984598/The 2023 Smithsonian Folklife Festival Explores the Many Ways Americans Express Their Spiritualityhttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/the-2023-smithsonian-folklife-festival-explores-the-many-ways-americans-express-their-spirituality-180982453/Tibetan Buddhist monks, Yiddish musicians and many more creatives will share their cultural practices with visitors to the National MallThu, 29 Jun 2023 16:29:49 +0000https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/the-2023-smithsonian-folklife-festival-explores-the-many-ways-americans-express-their-spirituality-180982453/The Deep Cultural Significance of the Art of Felthttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/deep-cultural-significance-art-felt-180982334/A river of fabric? Janice Arnold’s installations, inspired by the people of Central Asia, go to great lengths to evoke wonderMon, 26 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +0000https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/deep-cultural-significance-art-felt-180982334/The 15 Best Small Towns to Visit in 2023https://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/the-15-best-small-towns-to-visit-in-2023-180982286/From an ultramarathon capital in the Rockies to a laid-back village in the Florida Keys, these vibrant towns are calling your nameTue, 06 Jun 2023 16:41:45 +0000https://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/the-15-best-small-towns-to-visit-in-2023-180982286/Why Women's Music Embraces the Voices of Past Generationshttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/why-womens-music-embraces-the-voices-of-past-generations-180980298/New show examining the deep connections women make with musical tradition kicks off with a concert featuring folk star Alice GerrardThu, 23 Jun 2022 19:33:49 +0000https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/why-womens-music-embraces-the-voices-of-past-generations-180980298/After Long Absence, the Folklife Festival Returns to the National Mallhttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/after-long-absence-the-folklife-festival-returns-to-the-national-mall-180980249/The much-loved summer event, featuring the United Arab Emirates and Earth Optimism programs, opens with a concert hosted by Yo-Yo MaTue, 14 Jun 2022 17:25:55 +0000https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/after-long-absence-the-folklife-festival-returns-to-the-national-mall-180980249/