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Explore collections, stories, and research from across the Smithsonian.
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Smithsonian Open Access
Digital Backgrounds
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Smithsonian Snapshot
An Eloquent Argument
¡°In the following pages I offer nothing more than simple facts, plain arguments, and common sense...¡±¡ªThomas Paine
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Our Shared Future: 250
Explore events and exhibitions honoring America¡¯s 250th that will take place in 2025 and through 2026 across the Smithsonian. -
Smithsonian 3D
Neil Armstrong's Space Suit
Explore and download 3D models of Armstrong's spacesuit and other Apollo 11 objects. -
National Museum of American History
Declaration of Sentiments Table
This table was used to draft the declaration of rights for women adopted at the Seneca Falls Convention held July 19¨C20, 1848. -
National Air and Space Museum
Apollo 11: One Small Step
On July 20, 1969, astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first humans to step foot on the moon. -
Smithsonian Collection Spotlight
1925: A Year in the Collections
Look back one hundred years into the Smithsonian's collections.? -
Around the Smithsonian
Mysteries of the Universe
Beginning with studies of our sun in 1890, the Smithsonian has been answering questions about our atmosphere and beyond. -
Smithsonian Collection Spotlight
America's National Parks: Stewardship and Wonder
Explore a selection of stunning landscape paintings, photographs, and postage stamps that celebrate America's natural wonders. -
Smithsonian Story
Six Animals the Smithsonian Has Helped Save from Extinction
Conservation efforts help bring endangered species back from the brink.
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Smithsonian Collection Spotlight
American Revolution
Explore collections and stories related to the founding of the United States of America. -
Smithsonian Collection Spotlight
Color Journey
Take a colorful tour through art and artifacts in the Smithsonian's collections.
Sidedoor Podcast
The Smithsonian's flagship podcast sneaks you through the side door to learn the stories you won't find anywhere else.
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Sidedoor Podcast
Right Stuff, Wrong Sex
Sidedoor explores what became of America¡¯s first female astronaut candidates.
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Sidedoor Podcast
Monkeyin' Around on the Devil's Island
Follow along on a search for the elusive and rambunctious capuchin monkey on an island in the Pacific.
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Sidedoor Podcast
The 'Gentle Anarchy' of the Muppets
Conserving the history of Jim Henson's Muppets.
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Sidedoor Podcast
Bill Nye the Sidedoor Guy
We sit down with Bill Nye to get schooled on science education and comedy.
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