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Smithsonian Spotlight

Orchids: Nature's Art

Smithsonian Gardens has more than 8,000 specimens. Explore a selection from the collection along with art inspired by these beautiful blooms.
National Museum of the American Latino

¡Presente! A Latino History of the United States

Learn how Latinas and Latinos have shaped the nation.
Smithsonian Spotlight

Excelsior! Super Superheroes

A look at superheroes in the Smithsonian's collections and remembering Stan Lee.
Sidedoor Podcast

The Curse of the Hope Diamond
We track the lore of this notorious gem through the centuries.
Smithsonian 3D

Neil Armstrong's Space Suit

Explore and download 3D models of Armstrong's spacesuit and other Apollo 11 objects.
Smithsonian Snapshot

A Revolution in Tattooing
Thomas Edison's surprising connection to tattoos.
Smithsonian Spotlight

Dog: Museum's Best Friend

Sit, stay, and explore dogs from across our collections.
Smithsonian Spotlight

Natural Beauty

Enjoy a selection of landscape paintings and artwork inspired by nature's beauty.
National Museum of Natural History

Minerals and Gems

The Smithsonian's mineral and gem collection at the National Museum of Natural History is one of the largest of its kind in the world.
Smithsonian Spotlight

Freedom of the Press

Explore news media and journalism–related collection items from across the Smithsonian.
Smithsonian Spotlight

Ancient Egypt

Explore collections related to ancient Egypt from across the Smithsonian.
Smithsonian Spotlight

Let's Go to the Movies

Explore images and objects related to the history of motion pictures in America.

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Orchids: Nature's Art

¡Presente! A Latino History of the United States

Excelsior! Super Superheroes

The Curse of the Hope Diamond

Neil Armstrong's Space Suit

A Revolution in Tattooing

Dog: Museum's Best Friend

Natural Beauty

Minerals and Gems

Freedom of the Press

Ancient Egypt

Let's Go to the Movies

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