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Smithsonian Digitization

Smithsonian Explorer X 3D

The SIx3D viewer offers the ability to explore some of the Smithsonian’s most treasured objects and become creators as well.
Smithsonian Commemoration

World War I Centennial

April 2017–November 2018
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Smithsonian Global: 7 continents. 140 + countries

Discover how our people and programs are making a difference across the world
National Museum of African American History and Culture

A People’s Journey: A Nation’s Story

Smithsonian welcomes our newest museum

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The Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex. Join us on a voyage of discovery in person or online.

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Learn about visiting our world-class museums and zoo.

National Portrait Gallery

Martin Luther King Jr.

On August 28, 1963, more than 250,000 people gathered in the nation’s capital for the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom where King declared, "I have a dream today."

Smithsonian Insider

What Species Will Be Earth’s Last Survivors?

Scientists determine the world’s most indestructible species will survive until the Sun dies.

Smithsonian Spotlight

1967: A Year in the Collections

Now a half-century ago, a look back at 1967 from the "Summer of Love" to the "Long Hot Summer" to the escalating war in Vietnam.

National Portrait Gallery

The Jackson 5

Michael Jackson (August 29,1958–June 25, 2009) was only eleven years old in January 1970 when “I Want You Back” reached number one on both the pop and R&B charts.