SmithsonianVerified account

What was 2016 like for the world's largest scientific and cultural organization? See our year by the numbers: http://s.si.edu/2rrwOsa pic.twitter.com/wtiUeSoLoo

Lots of Statue of Liberty figures in the exhibition—how many can you find? New @amhistorymuseum wing opens 6/28! http://s.si.edu/2tqXIx6 pic.twitter.com/NFV8pAqqNW

In 2000, agricultural activists carried this Statue of Liberty for 230 miles on a two-week march for dignity, dialogue and a fair wage.pic.twitter.com/Raa9tqTMiy

La Esperanza, bakery and restaurant in LA from the 1920s to 1970s, catered to the diverse community and served Mexican and American food.pic.twitter.com/mtjAnoQp5W

"Many Voices, One Nation" explores what "E pluribus unum" ("out of many, one") means in American history.pic.twitter.com/YP3dgRBYgm

This teapot takes a stance against the Stamp Act of 1765. It was made in England, & sold after the act was repealed: http://s.si.edu/2tqTN35 pic.twitter.com/T1gUPlpV8t

Stories of liberty and coming of age intersect at this house. One is of Chance Bradstreet, who was there as an enslaved young man.pic.twitter.com/DxLj0DUaRr

This 200-year-old house still tells new stories in "Within These Walls..."pic.twitter.com/8KNcnDGA2U

More recent tactics to get youth involved: After the voting age was lowered to 18, these products encouraged young people (not dogs) to votepic.twitter.com/5ci0CruXIq

How did young people participate in democracy more than a century ago? Campaign parades in uniforms like this one: http://s.si.edu/1W3Pcjs pic.twitter.com/YKffkQmRwb

Also, soap babies from the 1896 presidential election. They didn't stick around as campaign promotion items, for obvious reasons.pic.twitter.com/bq9n6e3fok

Political campaign materials from over the years include buttons, dolls, playing cards and a spoon.pic.twitter.com/8CWrNQek0c

In "American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith," a box used by Washington to preserve papers from 1787's Constitutional Convention.pic.twitter.com/sdF7jztXo6

This George Washington statue greets visitors to @amhistorymuseum's new wing. He's handing you the sword, giving power to the people.pic.twitter.com/hjI9IGgn4i

Our @amhistorymuseum's new wing opens June 28. This afternoon, we're sharing a sneak peek of "The Nation We Build Together."pic.twitter.com/IINSqQIuCf

This pitcher will fancy up any picnic. How Tiffany and Co. combined design influences for this @cooperhewitt object: http://bit.ly/2t3XxaW pic.twitter.com/b4tcPJKjG5

On #FlagDay learn how the Star-Spangled Banner came to the @smithsonian (You can see it today at @amhistorymuseum!): http://s.si.edu/2sbufri pic.twitter.com/hymC53uPow

“The Flying Wallendas” are known for performing daring high-wire acts without a safety net. Don't miss their #CircusArts at #2017Folklife!pic.twitter.com/67LGhOkIeX

This past year, our scholars challenged our thinking & brought fresh perspectives to our work. What they're saying: http://s.si.edu/2tmkohQ pic.twitter.com/QxUgCRk17R