Smithsonian Institution

Adam Rippon Donates His Olympic Costume To The Smithsonian

The out athlete has a special place in mind for his ensemble to be displayed.
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Nancy Pelosi Donates Historic Speaker's Gavel To The Smithsonian For Women's History Month

In 2007, the California Democrat became the first -- and so far only -- woman to serve as speaker of the House.
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Michelle Obama Finally Met The Adorable Girl Who Was Awestruck By Her Portrait

Michelle Obama met with two-year-old Parker Curry after the toddler was mesmerized by the former first lady’s official portrait.
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Get To Know The Artists Painting The Obamas' Official Portraits

Kehinde Wiley and Amy Sherald are the first black artists hired by the Smithsonian to paint a president and first lady.
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News Roundup for June 1, 2017

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Noose Found In African-American History Museum Exhibit In D.C.

"We will not be intimidated."
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Coral Reefs Are Changing So Fast, Scientists Say We Need To Rewrite The Playbook

"To steer coral reefs through the next century, we will need to be bold."
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Visiting The Smithsonian Museum Of African American History And Culture With High School Students

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87-Year-Old Visits African American Museum To See Her Slave Cabin Birthplace

As a child, Isabell Meggett Lucas didn't know the two-room cabin once housed slaves. It was simply home.
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