From its start, the Smithsonian had international interests, and it is now more than ever a global institution
Every belfry must have its bell, and what better time than the Smithsonian Institution’s 150th birthday to hoist one up to the Castle clock?
After many an 18-hour day ‘tinkering,’ and more than 500 patents to his name, Jerome Lemelson is America’s most prolific living inventor
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In its early days, the Smithsonian faced the Civil War, a disastrous fire and a vastly uncertain future
Looking at the Smithsonian from the inside: A ‘random sample’ of anthropologists, biologists and geologists explain why it is an inimitable place to work
These People Belong In An Institution!
The Smithsonian Institution, of course. A search of the archives has produced these lighter looks at life behind the scenes
Among the Smithsonian’s greatest legacies has been its long line of directors with vision and drive
When not overseeing a collection of 10,000 rifles, swords and harquebuses, Harry Hunter and Sarah Rittgers like to go out and hit a few bullseyes
Volunteer service at the Smithsonian is a time-honored tradition that goes all the way back to Joseph Henry, our first Secretary
Red-hot, beat-me-down, bring-you-up swing tunes’ are just part of Radio Smithsonian’s Black Radio…
From the start, the Smithsonian has pursued activities that fulfill its mandate to increase knowledge
James Smithson’s initial bequest to the United States led to a unique partnership between the public and private sectors for the benefit of all
It’s our 150th anniversary, and we plan to celebrate all year long by bringing the Smithsonian home to you
Some reflections on the first year in office and a look at the likely changes and challenges facing us
As the Institution grows in size and complexity, we are proceeding to decentralize and revitalize its parts
The National Zoo and its branch, the CRC, pioneer conservation biology and seek new ways of support
The Smithsonian, the world’s largest museum and research complex, has yet another address: the World Wide Web
Exhibits at the National Museum of American History commemorate our diverse World War II experiences
Plant and the butterflies will come: This summer the Smithsonian’s new garden welcomes its winged visitors
As part of our 150th-anniversary celebration, we’re going to take 150 museum treasures on the road
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