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About the Smithsonian
The Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums, 14 education and research centers, and the National Zoo—shaping the future by preserving heritage, discovering new knowledge, and sharing our resources with the world.
Virtual Visitor Center | Smithsonian Institution
When you visit the Smithsonian, you’re entering the world’s largest museum complex, with approximately 157 million artifacts and specimens in its trust for the American people. Most of our museums are located in the Washington, D.C., area with two in New York City.
Museums and Zoo Hours and Locations - Smithsonian Institution
Hours and admission information for the Smithsonian's museums, galleries, and the National Zoo.
Collections - Smithsonian Institution
Scholars and scientific researchers at the Smithsonian—and around the world—use these vast collections in their research to expand human knowledge. Learn more about the range of our collections on our National Collections Dashboard.
Explore History & Culture - Smithsonian Institution
The Smithsonian not only explores U.S. history and culture to better understand what it means to be an American, but also examines, explains, and protects cultural heritage in the U.S. and around the world.
Explore Smithsonian | Smithsonian Institution
Art, science, history, and culture meet at the Smithsonian in our collections and research centers. Artists and scientists use different ways of knowing to reveal and understand the world around us.
Homepage | Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. Discover the Natural World. Open seven days a week, 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., except Dec. 25 and Jan. 20 We're on the National Mall 10th St. & Constitution Ave. NW Washington, D.C. 20560 Free Admission. Plan your visit We are open seven days a week.
Current Exhibitions - Smithsonian Institution
Making Home: Smithsonian Design Triennial November 2, 2024 – August 10, 2025 Cooper Hewitt
Learning with the Smithsonian | Smithsonian Institution
Featured classroom resources from across the Smithsonian that highlight relevant interdisciplinary content, concepts, and skills for grades PK–12+: Early Learning; Art and Design; Science and Nature; Social Studies and Civics; Information about planning a field trip; Virtual or in-person Smithsonian events; Professional development opportunities