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Analyst from Cuban Missile Crisis to Discuss Role of Aerial Photography on 50th Anniversary

Marking the historic Cold War confrontation, photograph analyst Dino Brugioni will discuss his role gathering intelligence during the crisis

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Smithsonian Channel: Upcoming October Shows

Get an in-depth look at the Smithsonian’s Landsdowne Portrait, the Greensboro Lunch Counter, and the Titanoboa Snake this month

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Poet Portraits: “Poetic Likeness” Opens at the National Portrait Gallery

More than 75 portraits trace the history of Modern American poetry, from Walt Whitman to Allen Ginsberg

Could your next prescription be filled here?

Events October 16-18: American Poets, Deep Sea Drugs and Take 5!

This week, get face-to-face with America’s poets, learn about biomedical research in the deep sea and enjoy live music and drawing

The Natural History Museum’s collection of gems sets the stage for a seminar on the enduring and changing fashions of jewelry.

Events October 12-14: Dream Homes, Classic Jewelry and Printmaking

It’s a full weekend of artist discussions, seminars and workshops for the home, fashion and art enthusiasts

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Q+A: New Yorker Writer Adam Gopnik Talks American Art, Writing and Going Back to School

The critic will discuss “What Makes American Art American” Wednesday at the American Art Museum

Norse and Inuit traditions come together in Abraham Anghik Ruben’s sculptures. Memories: An Ancient Past, 2010.

Abraham Anghik Ruben’s Sculptures Now at the American Indian Museum

A new exhibition offers a contemporary look at the links between Inuit and Norse cultures

Mrs. Judo tells the story of the living legend, Keiko Fukuda.

Events October 5-7: Mrs. Judo, Staring at the Sun and Chamber Society Music

This weekend, a 99-year old judo legend, a scientist who studies the sun and a season-opener with the Smithsonian Chamber Music Society.

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Scientists Identify the Edge of a Massive Black Hole for the First Time

New data from another galaxy’s black hole allows researchers to study the “event horizon” beyond which no matter can escape

One of the treasures from Kazakhstan’s rich past included in “Nomads and Networks” at the Sackler.

Events October 2-4: Nomadic Arts, Guided Tours and Music from Kazakhstan

This week, music and finds from Kazakhstan’s nomadic past and daily, guided tours

Clotilde Arias in 1942 with the Argentine composer Terrig Tucci

At American History, Meet the Composer of the Spanish Language National Anthem

From the Amazon River Basin to Madison Avenue, the woman behind the Spanish translation of the Star-Spangled Banner united the Americas

The Sackler transforms for one-night only into a dance party that is not to be missed.

Events September 28-30: Dance Parties, Family Days and Artist Talks

This weekend, get down after dark, celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and get an artist’s perspective on art in the collection

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DJ Spooky Spins Asia After Dark: Asian Soundscape

A tribute to Duke Ellington adorns a building in Washington, D.C., but what will happen to the genre of American music he helped pioneer? Photo by Carol Highsmith, 2010.

Jazz: Searching for an Audience and a Vibe

What will it take for the next generation to embrace jazz? The Congressional Black Caucus and guest blogger Joann Stevens weigh in

With something for everyone, Museum Day offers a full list of free attractions.

Coming Up this Weekend: Freebie Fun at the Nation’s Museums

Museums across the nation will join the Smithsonian on Sept. 29, offering free admission with a printed ticket

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PHOTOS: Tour Smithsonian Gardens’ Fall Flowers

The heat and torrents of rain have paid off with bright, beautiful blooms around the Mall

Artist Rick Bartow will join the American Indian Museum to dedicate two of his new sculptures.

Events September 21-23: Sculpture dedications, Jim Henson and Sufism at the Smithsonian

This weekend, join in a ceremony to welcome two new monumental works, celebrate the Muppets creator and learn about the world of Islamic mysticism

The Smithsonian’s examination of the Civil War at its 150th anniversary continues with a new exhibit of 3-D photography at the Castle.

Civil War Photography Gets 3-D Treatment in New Exhibit at the Castle

Battlefields come to life using the stereoview technology developed on the eve of the Civil War

No question is too small or too big for our nation’s curators.

Ask a Curator Day Brings the Experts to You

On September 19, experts from around the world, including the Smithsonian, will be waiting for your questions

Mei Xiang is one happy mom after welcoming a new cub Sunday.

A Panda Cub! A Panda Cub! Mei Xiang Gave Birth

Joyful good news from the Zoo this morning. For the first time in seven years, a giant panda cub was born

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