The Smithsonian’s Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden has announced the first acquisitions for artist and architect Hiroshi ...

The show’s Preview Night Benefit April 22 offers an early opportunity to view and purchase crafts while enjoying cocktails ...

In commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the nation, the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery has announced two ...

The Smithsonian will celebrate Earth Month throughout April with free in-person and virtual programming across its museums ...

Conserving the history of Jim Henson's Muppets. Icky Gunk. Moldy Hay. Kermit. You might recognize one of these names. Before Kermit joined Miss Piggy and Big Bird, he was kicking it with Sam and ...

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History will mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with ...

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History will add several objects to its “Entertainment Nation”/“Nación del ...

Coinciding with the United States’ 250th anniversary, the 2026 Gala Honorees selected by Cooper Hewitt include both contemporary leaders and historic figures whose work has shaped American design ...

Join Big Bird and Elmo as they explore the night sky with Hu Hu Zhu, a Muppet from "Zhima Jie," the Chinese co-production of Sesame Street. One World, One Sky is shown for free at 10:30 a.m. on ...

Day Summit Features More Than 40 Sessions With Connections to Art, Culture, History and Science Through Virtual and In-Person ...

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Since our founding, the Smithsonian has relied on the talents and dedication of people outside of the institution. James Smithson was a "gentleman-chemist," and our first Secretary, acclaimed ...