American History
Eleven Artifacts of Heroism from America’s Wars
A selection of artifacts on display in "The Price of Freedom: Americans at War," an exhibit currently on display at the American History Museum
“Pictures for Everyone” Takes a Look Back
The American History Museum explores what happened when pictures became widely available in the U.S. in the 19th century
Events for the Week of May 23-27: Grand Canyon, Aviator’s Lecture, Lincoln and More
Events for May 23-May 27 include the annual Lindbergh lecture, film screenings and the close of the Lincoln exhibit at the American History Museum
Style and Song Maven Nancy Wilson Donates Gowns to the American History Museum
Wilson's dresses join the museum's collection of famed ensembles, including gowns from: the First Ladies, Ella Fitzgerald, Beverly Sills and the Supremes
Events for the Week of 5/16-5/21: Zoo Feedings, ILL-Abilities Crew, Celebrate Hawai’i
Events for the week of 5/16/11 - 5/21/11
Documenting the Death of an Assassin
In 1865, a single photograph was taken during the autopsy of John Wilkes Booth. Where is it now?
On This Day in History: Remembering the Freedom Rides
There is much to celebrate in the month of May but today we acknowledge the civil rights movement
Events: Youth Culture, My Dog Tulip, Poetry and More
Born to be Wild 3D features the conservation efforts of primatologist Galdikas with orangutans, along with that of Dame Sheldrick‘s work with elephants
Lincoln is Dead: A Collection of Artifacts at American History Mark the Tragedy
On April 15, 1865, President Abraham Lincoln died from a gunshot wound he'd suffered the night at before at Ford's Theatre in Washington D.C.
The Women Who Fought in the Civil War
Hundreds of women concealed their identities so they could battle alongside their Union and Confederate counterparts
Happy Birthday, Billie!
It’s fitting that legendary jazz songstress-extraordinaire Billie Holiday’s birthday today falls during Smithsonian’s Jazz Appreciation Month
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