Freedom Just Around the Corner:
Black America from Civil War to Civil Rights
On view at the National Postal Museum.
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“Hear My Voice”: Alexander Graham Bell and the Origins of Recorded Sound
On view at the National Museum of American History.
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National Museum of Natural History Presents
A new APP for the BONE HALL
See skeletons in a new way with 3-D graphics, games, video, and more!
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Commemorating Controversy:
Now on view at the National Museum of the American Indian.
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Freer | Sackler Galleries Present
Open F|S
Explore the Smithsonian's museums of Asian art online from anywhere in the world, anytime you like.
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Join us as a digital volunteer!
Help us digitize and transcribe our collections – unlocking stories, increasing access, and discovering new knowledge.
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Introducing...
Your mobile guide to
Discover what you can see and do, search our collections,
access podcasts and other apps,
add your tips and photos!
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Visiting the Museums & Zoo
Most museums are open daily from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m .
The American Art Museum and Portrait Gallery
are open 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. All are closed Dec. 25.
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