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Eternal Life in Ancient Egypt

The Natural History museum officially debuts its largest exhibition of ancient Egyptian mummies and artifacts.

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Discover what you can see and do, search our collections, access podcasts and other apps, add your tips and photos!

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smithsonian associates presents

Picture This: Exploring Art at the Smithsonian

4-Session Daytime Course
in Art History
Thurs., Feb. 9–March 1

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Smithsonian Snapshot

Buck Rogers Ray Gun Toy, 1934

This XZ-31 Rocket Pistol, a 9 ½-inch toy gun that produced a distinctive “pop!” sound, was the first of six Buck Rogers toy guns manufactured over the next two decades.

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