Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden
Smithsonian Announces BIG Plans for Campus Redesign
Led by the innovative vision of Bjarke Ingels, the Smithsonian unveils a 20-year plan for redesigning its south campus
When A Race Car Becomes a Work of Art
Salvatore Scarpitta’s automative wonder goes on view at the Hirshhorn
Upending Those in Charge
How two artists staged a motorcade in Madrid, touting portraits of upside down politicians to question those in power—in Spain and across the globe.
Damage Control: How Artists Destroy to Create Art
The Hirshhorn's new exhibition explores the theme of destruction in contemporary art since 1950
5 Smithsonian Scientific Research Projects Shut Down by the Shutdown
The federal government shutdown has affected astronomy, paleontology fieldwork and research into animal behavior at the Smithsonian
Hurry In! These Smithsonian Exhibitions Won’t Be Here Much Longer
Spend your remaining summer days at the museums, and don't miss out on the Smithsonian's soon-to-be-closed exhibits
Smithsonian Creates America’s Family Photo Album, Featuring You
Help create the ultimate album with your own memories and photographs from visiting the museums
Events June 18-20: Native American Dolls, Animal Feedings and “Cujo”
This weekend, learn about Native American dolls, witness animal feedings at the National Zoo and watch canine horror flick "Cujo"
The Hirshhorn Museum’s “Bubble” Project is Officially Cancelled
The inflatable structure, which would have served as a temporary space for lectures and events, will not go forward due to cost concerns
Hirshhorn Board Divided on Future of the Bubble Project; Director Resigns
The split vote by the trustees of the contemporary art museum leads to the resignation of Richard Koshalek
Events May 24-26: Jeff Koons, Hawaiian Staycation and Navy Jazz
This weekend, learn more about an iconic piece of art, celebrate the Pacific island and take in some tunes, courtesy the U.S. Navy jazz band
Events May 17-19: Art Conservation, Japanese Pouch-books and a “Cineconcert”
This weekend, learn what it takes to conserve great modern art, make your own ancient Japanese book and see a movie and a concert at the same time
Events April 30-May 2: Origins of the Renaissance, Native Crafts and History Reanimated
This week, hear how a Roman emperor may have started the Renaissance, make your own Native art and meet digital animation artist Kota Ezawa
Events April 23-25: Cyrus Cylinder, Collage Art and a Craft Show
This week, hear about one of history's most important artifacts, see how assemblage changed the definition of art and peruse crafts by 121 artists
Collage Turns 100 and Continues to Inspire
From Georges Braque to a suit of easter baskets, mixed media remains a potent form of visual expression
Sequestration to Cause Closures, Secretary Clough Testifies
Gallery closings, fewer exhibitions and reduced educational offerings are some of the impacts he listed before the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
Events April 9-11: Tarantulas, Star Gazing and an Award-winning Film
This week, hold some creepy crawlers, look at craters on the moon and watch a film based on Joseph Conrad's first novel
Events April 2-4: Native Sousa Music, Free Art Lessons and Gerhard Richter
This week, learn about a little-known Native American musical tradition, make something creative and see a world-class painter in action
Butterflies, Baseball and Blossoms: Tours for Your Spring Vacation
Two custom tours come fully loaded with insider information, digital postcards and step-by-step directions
Events March 12-14: Missions to Mars, the Civil War in Art and a Meditation on Imaginary Landscapes
Meet the scientist behind the Mars rover, learn the civil war's influence on contemporary art and watch films by European media collective Flatland
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