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In the event of a government shutdown, our museums, research centers, and the National Zoo will remain OPEN through at least Thursday, Dec. 26. Please note that we are closed on Dec. 25. Visit si.edu for updates.
Image: Richard Lippold’s “Ad Astra” on view outside our @airandspace.
ALT Sunset view of the National Air and Space Museum, featuring a tall, stainless-steel sculpture with a pointed tip, that almost looks like it's penetrating a triple star-like cluster near its apex.
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🐼🌀 Let the good times roll! To help giant pandas Bao Li and Qing Bao feel at home, keepers give them enrichment toys, which encourage them to be curious, play and use their natural behaviors. 🐾 #DCPandas : nationalzoo.si.edu/dcpandas.
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I'm delighted to have won a Lowell Thomas Travel Journalism award for my @SmithsonianMag story on @wabbey. Here is the feature, for those who would like to read it. The excellent photos are by Jooney Woodward. smithsonianmag.com/history/h…
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🍂🐼 Happy fall, y’all! The crisp, cool autumn mornings are prime for panda frolicking. Recently, Bao Li got the zoomies (true to his “energetic” name) and tested out his hammock. Qing Bao reached new heights by climbing trees and logs.
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#DCPandas
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You can also check out a piece I wrote for @SmithsonianMag about young Teddy Roosevelt: smithsonianmag.com/history/h…
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30,000-year-old ceramic figurines can provide archaeologists with insight into prehistoric cultures. @DePaulLAS faculty member Jane Baxter explains the importance of studying small interactions to understand our ancestors. Learn more @SmithsonianMag: ow.ly/osNa50Sxpug
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In the few days since we made our giant announcement, we've gotten a lot of questions about the future of our giant panda program! You asked, we're answering!
Still have questions after watching this video? Visit our FAQ page for more info! s.si.edu/4e1Cehc #DCPandas
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It was a pleasure to have @FLOTUS join us for a special announcement: by the end of the year, the @NationalZoo will once again be home to a pair of giant pandas. #DCpandas 🐼 nationalzoo.si.edu/dcpandas
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Goodwill listed this Lego piece for $14.95. It sold for $18,101. (via @SmithsonianMag)
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Meet astronaut and SPACE SHUTTLE STORIES author Tom Jones at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex January 15 through January 18!
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Wonderful to talk about banned books and it’s history.
“It’s really the philosophy of the library profession that free people should read freely and that there’s a power in being able to select what you want to read.”
#BannedBooksWeek
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In the event of a government shutdown on Oct. 1, Smithsonian museums, research centers and the National Zoo will remain OPEN through at least Oct. 7.
The Smithsonian can use prior-year funds still available to us to remain open. Visit si.edu for updates.
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What's it like to pilot a sub down to an active undersea volcano? @caseymaui has a riveting tale about such a mission off Hawaii—an excerpt from her great new book, The Underworld. smithsonianmag.com/science-n…
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The east and southeastern United States have the highest estimated prevalence of Alzheimer’s, according to a first-ever study of occurrence of the disease by county.
From @SmithsonianMag: smithsonianmag.com/smart-new… #AAIC23
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@SmithsonianMag has launched its debut podcast! There's More to That covers history, science and culture through a lens on the world that is insightful and grounded in richly reported stories.
Hosted by @ctklimek, listen to the trailer now: bit.ly/3rBcMeW
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A small remote island I used to work on is falling apart and trapping and killing protected wildlife. For @SmithsonianMag I wrote about Tern Island, a former military outpost harming seabirds, sea turtles, monk seals, and more. #longreads #SundayLR smithsonianmag.com/science-n…
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Our #2023Folklife Festival will offer limited programming today due to unhealthy air quality in the D.C. region. Follow @SmithsonianFolk for updates or visit festival.si.edu.
Due to unhealthy air quality in the DC region, today’s opening ceremony has been canceled. Daytime activities will go on from 11-5:30 in a limited capacity to keep our participants, staff, volunteers, and visitors safe.
#2023Folklife
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Due to the poor air quality in Washington, D.C., the Zoo is closed today, Thursday June 8, for the safety of our animals, our staff and our guests. Please check our website for reopening information. nationalzoo.si.edu
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An ultra-rare wolverine was spotted in California — only the second in 101 years. (via @SarahKuta for @SmithsonianMag)
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"Tina moves like quicksilver."
Frank Schiffman, owner of Harlem's Apollo Theater, noted in 1965 when Tina Turner got on stage. He was right—and her voice was a force of nature. Today, I celebrate her bold creativity and perseverance, while listening to her music at top volume.
Today we remember "Queen of Rock 'n Roll" Tina Turner. Her powerful vocals and energetic stage presence won her superstar status, from singing on her first popular song in 1960, through her comeback in the 1980s, to her final tour in 2009.📷: @NMAAHC
James L. Mitchell Johnson Publishing Company Archive. Courtesy J. Paul Getty Trust and Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture.
ALT Black and white photo of Tina Turner singing on stage, grasping microphone, head tilted back, eyes closed, mouth wide open. Her hair is voluminous and spikey, sweat pours down her neck, and she wears a short beaded dress and fishnet stockings. Behind her, the drum kit and drummer and slightly visible.