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Research

The Ralph Rinzler Folklife Archives and Collections are open to visitors and researchers by appointment. To contact the Archives or schedule an appointment, please contact Ceci Peterson at PetersonC@si.edu or call 202.633.7931.

Internships

An internship with Smithsonian Folkways Recordings offers a wide range of valuable and meaningful experiences in the recording industry and non-profit arts administration, within the context of the world’s largest museum complex. Specific learning opportunities include graphic design, music marketing, royalty administration, cataloging and research, and educational content creation. Interns are expected to work for at least 100 hours, and ideally no less than 10 hours/week. Some specific internships may require longer commitment to ensure a successful experience, both for the intern and for Folkways. In addition to honing specific skills, interns will meet regularly with their supervisors, work with other interns and other staff on team projects, and have access to a wide array of programming, as well as curatorial and professional experts across the institution.

Submission deadline for summer internships is March 1; there are no deadlines for getting applications in for the rest of the year.

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Become a Friend of Folkways

Smithsonian Folkways is committed to supporting new artists, as well as highlighting historical works that illuminate the past and help us understand the complicated present. We need you to help us maintain the independence you value, the independence that affords Smithsonian Folkways its unique position as a mission driven record label, and that supports artists to ensure they make a decent living and can continue their own important work. Sign up to support our mission and enjoy streaming our catalog directly from our website.

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We are part of the Smithsonian Institution, but Folkways staff and production costs are paid for by gifts and earned revenues, not government appropriations. With your gift, we can continue our work to bring you sounds from around the world. All donations are federally tax deductible, and we will send you a receipt for your donation. Donate now.

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