Best of Both Worlds
Museums, Libraries, and Archives in a Digital Age
A new e–book by Smithsonian Secretary Wayne Clough explores our digital journey.
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Innovation at the Smithsonian and Around the World
Learn what’s new and what’s next.
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Vote to Name the
National Zoo’s
It’s Chinese tradition to celebrate the name of a new life on the 100th day, and we need your help picking the name!
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Smithsonian Science
Hello olinguito!
Smithsonian scientists discover a new mammal
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The Smithsonian’s
HISTORYof AMERICAin 101
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Smithsonian Mobile
Your mobile guide to
Discover what to see and do, search our collections, access podcasts and other mobile content, find Affiliate museums in your neighborhood.
Smithsonian Presents
The Smithsonian in 3‑D
Our 3-D digitization team
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Smithsonian presents
American Indian Heritage Month
November 2013
Celebrate our nation's
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Visiting the Museums & Zoo
Most museums are open daily from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m .
The American Art Museum and Portrait Gallery
are open 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. All are closed Dec. 25.
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