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The Smithsonian and NASA Unveil Earth Information Center - Washingtonian

The Earth Information Center provides interactive visualizations on climate change impacts until 2028. Visitors can explore global and local environmental changes.

A Beacon Hill Brokers Story About Neil Armstrong's Toothbrush Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

Neil Armstrong's toothbrush reveals the peculiarities of donating memorabilia to museums, especially regarding personal items related to space history.

What Smithsonian historians are curating from the 2024 Democratic National Convention

The Smithsonian curators aim to collect political ephemera at the 2024 Democratic National Convention to preserve historical context.

James Baldwin's Most Underappreciated Talent

His personal letters deserve as much recognition as his novels and plays.

GOP lawmaker fumes that the Smithsonian is "targeting" children with drag shows at House hearing

Rep. Stephanie Bice accuses Smithsonian of targeting children with drag shows
Smithsonian Secretary responds that drag shows are a small part of what they do
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Review | Natural History Museum's 'Lights Out' ponders a world without stars

"Lights Out: Recovering Our Night Sky," an exhibit at the National Museum of Natural History, explores the impact of light pollution on different organisms.(Avalon.red/AlamyStock Photo)One of the darkest places in daytime Washington at the moment is a tribute to the night sky.The notably low-lit exhibition "Lights Out: Recovering Our Night Sky" is the National Museum of Natural History's effort to illustrate what's been lost as artificial illumination bleaches out the heavens.

Jill Biden Doesn't Want to Tell You What She Is Wearing

The day after President Biden released a video announcing he would be running for a second term, he and the first lady, Jill Biden, stood in black tie and evening gown on the red carpet outside the north entrance to the White House to welcome President Yoon Suk Yeol of South Korea and his wife, Kim Keon-hee, to the second state dinner of the Biden administration.

Germany returns looted artifacts to Nigeria to rectify a 'dark colonial history'

Looted Benin Bronzes that were returned by Germany to Nigeria are examined during a ceremony in Abuja on Tuesday.Nigerian officials said that more than 5,000 ancient artifacts are estimated to have been stolen from Nigeria, the majority by British colonizers.Olamikan Gbemiga/AP Germany has returned 22 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria as part of a larger effort by Western nations to seek reparation of stolen artifacts from Africa.

Review | Natural History Museum's 'Lights Out' ponders a world without stars

"Lights Out: Recovering Our Night Sky," an exhibit at the National Museum of Natural History, explores the impact of light pollution on different organisms.(Avalon.red/AlamyStock Photo)One of the darkest places in daytime Washington at the moment is a tribute to the night sky.The notably low-lit exhibition "Lights Out: Recovering Our Night Sky" is the National Museum of Natural History's effort to illustrate what's been lost as artificial illumination bleaches out the heavens.

Jill Biden Doesn't Want to Tell You What She Is Wearing

The day after President Biden released a video announcing he would be running for a second term, he and the first lady, Jill Biden, stood in black tie and evening gown on the red carpet outside the north entrance to the White House to welcome President Yoon Suk Yeol of South Korea and his wife, Kim Keon-hee, to the second state dinner of the Biden administration.

Germany returns looted artifacts to Nigeria to rectify a 'dark colonial history'

Looted Benin Bronzes that were returned by Germany to Nigeria are examined during a ceremony in Abuja on Tuesday.Nigerian officials said that more than 5,000 ancient artifacts are estimated to have been stolen from Nigeria, the majority by British colonizers.Olamikan Gbemiga/AP Germany has returned 22 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria as part of a larger effort by Western nations to seek reparation of stolen artifacts from Africa.
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Sculptor Misha Kahn Ties Together His Experimentations in Staged

Sculptor Misha Kahn is endlessly inventive, currently appearing in the television show, " The Exhibit: Finding the Next Great Artist" by the Smithsonian and MTV, while simultaneously exhibiting a new show - - at Friedman Benda Los Angeles.Running through June 2nd, the show is set in the gallery's new 2,800+ sq.

Austin bat expert says a bat biologist is necessary

AUSTIN, Texas The bat population has a long history in Austin, with around 1.5 million of them residing under the Ann Richards Congress Avenue Bridge.Without someone whose job it is to make sure City decisions are made with bats in mind, experts worry the colonies may suffer.Not only do the bats bring in millions of dollars in tourism to Austin, but they also eat large amounts of insects - which keeps the City safe from pesticides.

A 90-Year-Old Tortoise Named Mr. Pickles Is a New Dad of Three

The oldest animal at the Houston Zoo, a radiated tortoise born nearly a century ago, is finally a father.The zoo announced last week that Mr. Pickles and Mrs. Pickles welcomed three tortoise hatchlings: Dill, Gherkin and Jalapeno.(All three comfortably in the family of pickle preserves.)It was an astounding feat, zoo officials said, not only because Mr. Pickles is 90 years old, but also because the critically endangered species rarely produces offspring.

Colonial-style farmhouse for sale in Silver Spring for $1.09 million

A living room on the main level has tall windows and a fireplace.(TruPlace)Montgomery County native Lee Meiners noticed the house on Riley Road while driving through the neighborhood with his wife.The newlyweds lived in a nearby townhouse, but Meiners later said he knew this house "was the one" the first time he saw it.

Newly released footage of a 1986 Titanic dive reveals the ship's haunting interior

In this screenshot captured by NPR, the bow of the shipwrecked Titanic is seen from the first human-operated vehicle to visit the site in 1986.The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution released footage from that 1986 dive on Wednesday.Screenshot by NPR/WHOI It wasn't until July of 1986, nearly 75 years after the RMS Titanic's ill-fated voyage, that humans finally set eyes on the ship's sunken remains.

This Week Is Your Last Chance to Visit the Smithsonian Castle for the Next Five Years - Washingtonian

Pay respects to the founder's crypt and explore the "Welcome to Your Smithsonian" exhibit while you can.The Smithsonian Institution Building-better known as the Smithsonian Castle-will close Feb. 1 for what's projected to be a five-year renovation.That means babies born today will be walking and talking by the time it reopens, so you may as well swing by this week for one last peek.

Sculptor Misha Kahn Ties Together His Experimentations in Staged

Sculptor Misha Kahn is endlessly inventive, currently appearing in the television show, " The Exhibit: Finding the Next Great Artist" by the Smithsonian and MTV, while simultaneously exhibiting a new show - - at Friedman Benda Los Angeles.Running through June 2nd, the show is set in the gallery's new 2,800+ sq.

Austin bat expert says a bat biologist is necessary

AUSTIN, Texas The bat population has a long history in Austin, with around 1.5 million of them residing under the Ann Richards Congress Avenue Bridge.Without someone whose job it is to make sure City decisions are made with bats in mind, experts worry the colonies may suffer.Not only do the bats bring in millions of dollars in tourism to Austin, but they also eat large amounts of insects - which keeps the City safe from pesticides.

A 90-Year-Old Tortoise Named Mr. Pickles Is a New Dad of Three

The oldest animal at the Houston Zoo, a radiated tortoise born nearly a century ago, is finally a father.The zoo announced last week that Mr. Pickles and Mrs. Pickles welcomed three tortoise hatchlings: Dill, Gherkin and Jalapeno.(All three comfortably in the family of pickle preserves.)It was an astounding feat, zoo officials said, not only because Mr. Pickles is 90 years old, but also because the critically endangered species rarely produces offspring.

Colonial-style farmhouse for sale in Silver Spring for $1.09 million

A living room on the main level has tall windows and a fireplace.(TruPlace)Montgomery County native Lee Meiners noticed the house on Riley Road while driving through the neighborhood with his wife.The newlyweds lived in a nearby townhouse, but Meiners later said he knew this house "was the one" the first time he saw it.

Newly released footage of a 1986 Titanic dive reveals the ship's haunting interior

In this screenshot captured by NPR, the bow of the shipwrecked Titanic is seen from the first human-operated vehicle to visit the site in 1986.The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution released footage from that 1986 dive on Wednesday.Screenshot by NPR/WHOI It wasn't until July of 1986, nearly 75 years after the RMS Titanic's ill-fated voyage, that humans finally set eyes on the ship's sunken remains.

This Week Is Your Last Chance to Visit the Smithsonian Castle for the Next Five Years - Washingtonian

Pay respects to the founder's crypt and explore the "Welcome to Your Smithsonian" exhibit while you can.The Smithsonian Institution Building-better known as the Smithsonian Castle-will close Feb. 1 for what's projected to be a five-year renovation.That means babies born today will be walking and talking by the time it reopens, so you may as well swing by this week for one last peek.
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36 Hours in Panama City, Panama

Panama City, the perpetually flowering capital of Panama the small tropical country that bridges North and South America has been fought over since its founding.The city and commercial hub, famous for the engineering marvel that is its canal, is among the unsung cosmopolitan capitals of the Americas.

Will the National Zoo Change Its Advance Reservation Entry Pass System? - Washingtonian

DC Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton is asking the National Zoo to reevaluate-and possibly change-its entry policy.On Tuesday, she wrote a letter to the zoo's director expressing concern over the current system, which generally requires visitors who are not paid zoo members to reserve passes in advance.

36 Hours in Panama City, Panama

Panama City, the perpetually flowering capital of Panama the small tropical country that bridges North and South America has been fought over since its founding.The city and commercial hub, famous for the engineering marvel that is its canal, is among the unsung cosmopolitan capitals of the Americas.

Will the National Zoo Change Its Advance Reservation Entry Pass System? - Washingtonian

DC Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton is asking the National Zoo to reevaluate-and possibly change-its entry policy.On Tuesday, she wrote a letter to the zoo's director expressing concern over the current system, which generally requires visitors who are not paid zoo members to reserve passes in advance.
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Smithsonian Names Founding Director of New Women's History Museum - Washingtonian

The Smithsonian's American Women's History Museum may not have a permanent home yet, but it does has a founding director: Nancy Yao, the current president of the Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) in New York City.As director of an entirely brand new museum, Yao will unsurprisingly have a lot on her plate as she oversees both conception and development.
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Things to Do in the DC Area This Weekend

Happy Thursday, everyone!Close out the final weekend of February at Yards Park's frozen-themed festival, or discover a new Japanese exhibit at the Smithsonian.Best Things to Do This Weekend



Ice Yards.The Yards Park winter extravaganza is back for another icy event.You can experience a ton of frozen fun-from riding a snowboarding simulator to axe-throwing, there's a number of arctic activities to do with friends.

Things to Do in the DC Area This Week

Happy Monday, everyone!Taste specialty menu items during Alexandria Restaurant Week, or grab an all-access pass to a local film festival to add to a week of fun.Best Things to Do This Week


Alexandria Restaurant Week.Did you have a good time chowing down during DC Restaurant Week? (Some DC restaurants have extended their Restaurant Week deals .)

Things to Do in the DC Area This Weekend

Happy December, everyone!Jump-start the new month with seasonal good vibes at a holiday boat parade or winter festival.Best Things to Do This Weekend


     District's Holiday Boat Parade.At the 30th annual District Holiday Boat Parade this weekend, you can watch a parade of more than 60 bedazzled boats float along the Washington Channel.

Things to Do in the DC Area This Weekend

Happy Thursday, everyone!Close out the final weekend of February at Yards Park's frozen-themed festival, or discover a new Japanese exhibit at the Smithsonian.Best Things to Do This Weekend



Ice Yards.The Yards Park winter extravaganza is back for another icy event.You can experience a ton of frozen fun-from riding a snowboarding simulator to axe-throwing, there's a number of arctic activities to do with friends.

Things to Do in the DC Area This Week

Happy Monday, everyone!Taste specialty menu items during Alexandria Restaurant Week, or grab an all-access pass to a local film festival to add to a week of fun.Best Things to Do This Week


Alexandria Restaurant Week.Did you have a good time chowing down during DC Restaurant Week? (Some DC restaurants have extended their Restaurant Week deals .)

Things to Do in the DC Area This Weekend

Happy December, everyone!Jump-start the new month with seasonal good vibes at a holiday boat parade or winter festival.Best Things to Do This Weekend


     District's Holiday Boat Parade.At the 30th annual District Holiday Boat Parade this weekend, you can watch a parade of more than 60 bedazzled boats float along the Washington Channel.
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Eric Karros Shares Lasting Message During Tommy Lasorda Memorial Highway Ceremony

Laura Lasorda and Eric Karros joined Assemblymember Sharon Quirk-Silva and other dignitaries from the city of Fullerton over the weekend to unveil the sign for and officially dedicate the Tommy Lasorda Memorial Highway.Recognizing the late Los Angeles Dodgers manager with such an honor began in 2021, when California legislature passed ACR 67.

MTV and the Hirshhorn Museum Are Teaming Up for a Reality Show Art Competition - Washingtonian

The Smithsonian , a six-episode competition, will air on MTV and the Smithsonian Channel starting in March.The prize is pretty sweet: the winner will get to display their work in an exhibit at the modern art museum-home to works by Barbara Kruger, Ai Weiwei, and Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden's next big launch is...a reality show?

A TikToker's Guide to 5 Hidden Museums in the DC Area

Looking to get out of the house?Try exploring an off-the-beaten-path museum.TikToker Noelle Harada (@noellemargaret8) set out on a mission to visit every museum in town, going beyond the Smithsonian.She recommends five hidden gems.716 Monroe St., NE @noellemargaret8 Stop 73/83✅ American Poetry Museum #dctok #dmvtiktok #musuemtok #dcmuseum #americanpoetry ♬ Summer Background Jazz - Jazz Background Vibes
The Brookland museum doesn't just showcase the works and personal histories of American poets-most of the exhibits have a visual-art component to highlight a given poem's themes.

Content? Creative? Context? The Battle for Consumer Engagement | What's New in Publishing | Digital Publishing News

The World Media Group hosted a lively LinkedIn Live debate recently about whether Content, Creative or Context is the winning factor in delivering a successful content marketing campaign.The Wall Street Journal | Barron's Group's Chris Woodall chaired the panel featuring Emma Harrison from The New York Times; Shula Sinclair from M/Six; and Sam Adams from BBC Studios.
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