Staying Relevant:
The Smithsonian in the 21st Century

Smithsonian Board of Regents Annual Public Forum

Oct. 15, 2012, 3–4 p.m.

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The Smithsonian asks
and answers questions about science, art, history and culture.

Discover for yourself why
the Smithsonian is
Seriously Amazing »

Smithsonian ASSOCIATES presents

Madcap May:
The Many Lives and Loves of a Scandalous Showgirl

Tues., Dec. 4, 6:45 p.m.

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Smithsonian presents

Smithsonian Sleepovers

Spend a night at the Natural History Museum and you’ll eat like a dino,
dream under a whale, and much more...

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SMITHSONIAN presents

Hispanic Heritage Month

September 15 – October 15

Celebrate history and heritage with the Smithsonian.

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Can you identify these objects?

Take our summer quiz and see if you can identify these extreme close-ups from the Smithsonian collection!
You'll be entered into a drawing to win a 35mm Diana Mini Camera.

Help us curate an exhibition!

Vote for your favorite Brian Skerry
photograph to be included in an exhibition
opening in February 2013 at the
National Museum of Natural History.

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Smithsonian Snapshot

Hershey’s Tropical Chocolate Bar, 1943

Developed for the Army during
WWII to be heat-resistant, Hershey’s Tropical Chocolate Bar became a standard ration.

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Introducing the Smithsonian Visitors Guide & Tours app!

Get the most out of your visit with:
Self-guided tours
Maps and GPS
Customizable photo postcards

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Smithsonian's National Zoo Presents

American Trail

Come see wolves, sea lions, a bald eagle, and other gems of North American wildlife.

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Introducing...
Smithsonian Mobile

Your mobile guide to
visiting our museums

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

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