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Feb 27, 2023

‘Man On Wire’ Performance Artist Will Walk A Tightrope At The National Building Museum

High wire artist Philippe Petit is set to walk 50 feet in the air at the National Building Museum next month.

Feb 16, 2023

Here’s When The Renovated National Museum Of Women In The Arts Will Reopen

The National Museum of Women in the Arts’ $67.5 million renovation includes more gallery space, improved accessibility, and a new section for research and education.

Oct 27, 2022

Smithsonian Finally Names Two National Mall Sites For Latino Museum And Women’s History Museum

The Smithsonian’s board must assign each museum to a site by the end of the year.

Oct 07, 2022

The Renovated Smithsonian Air And Space Museum Reopens Next Week With A Bunch Of New Stuff

The beloved museum will feature a “Star Wars” X-wing, along with many historic objects that aim to tell the stories of our space exploration in a more inclusive way.

Sep 16, 2022

Air And Space Museum Releases Possible Designs For Bezos Learning Center

The public can weigh in on their preferred design for the new addition to the Air and Space Museum until Sept. 19.

Jun 24, 2022

Four Prime Locations On The National Mall Being Considered For New Smithsonian Museums

Supporters of the two new museums worried they would be relegated to locations far from the National Mall in the wake of conservationists calling for no new additions to “the Nation’s front lawn.”

Jan 28, 2022

National Geographic Museum To Welcome Back Guests In February With Free Admission

The museum in downtown D.C. is offering free admission — with advanced registration — for the second half of the month.

Oct 05, 2021

Smithsonian’s Arts And Industries Building To Reopen With Future-Facing Exhibit This November

In November, the museum will reopen with an autonomous flying taxi, tech-infused art installations, and a video game you can play with your retinas.

Apr 23, 2021

Smithsonian Announces Reopening Dates For Some Museums, Zoo

They’ve been closed since December.

Mar 29, 2021

After 16 Months Closed, The National Building Museum Will Reopen April 9

It’s been closed for renovation, not to mention the pandemic.

 
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