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How Do You Pick 250 Objects That Tell the Story of America?

An inside look at the planning for a big National Museum of American History exhibit.
I.Q., National Museum of American History, new exhibit, semiquincentennial  |  3 months ago
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Check Out the Cool New Additions to the Smithsonian’s “Entertainment Nation” Exhibit

Muppets, Bob Ross, Breaking Bad, and more are coming to the National Museum of American History.
Smithsonian, National Museum of American History, exhibits  |  8 months ago
News & Politics  |  Things to Do

A Light Show Will Illuminate the National Mall This Weekend

It's part of the Art in Embassies 60th anniversary celebration.
National Mall, National Museum of American History, Hirshorn Museum  |  Sep 15, 2023
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Bill Nye the Science Guy on What It’s Like to See His Lab Coat in the Smithsonian

He grew up going to the museum where a piece of his own history is now on display.
First Person, National Museum of American History, Bill Nye: Science Guy  |  Aug 11, 2023
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PHOTOS: Jill Biden’s Inaugural Dresses Added to the Smithsonian’s First Ladies Collection

It's the first time both daytime and nighttime wear have been featured in the popular exhibit.
National Museum of American History, Jill Biden, Inauguration Style, First ladies  |  Jan 25, 2023
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The American History Museum’s Pop Culture Exhibit Opens This Week. Here’s a Look Inside.

"Entertainment Nation" features a costume from "The Handmaid's Tale" and Dorothy's ruby slippers.
National Museum of American History, exhibits, Pop culture  |  Dec 7, 2022
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30 Ways to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month Around DC

A packed lineup of dance performances, concerts, festivals, and classes runs through mid-October.
Food, Dance, National Museum of American History, Cooking  |  Sep 15, 2022
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FIRST LOOK: The Molina Family Latino Gallery Opens This Weekend

Located at the National Museum of American History, it's a preview of the permanent museum to come.
Museums, National Museum of American History, National Museum of the American Latino, Molina Family Latino Gallery  |  Jun 17, 2022
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New Smithsonian Exhibit Will Include Prince’s Guitar, Ali Wong’s Dress, Selena’s Leather Jacket, and a Ton of Other Pop Culture Artifacts

The permanent entertainment exhibit opens December 9 at the National Museum of American History.
Smithsonian, National Museum of American History  |  Apr 15, 2022
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s Famous Dissent Collar—and Her Legos and MTV Award—Are Now Part of the Smithsonian

The late Supreme Court justice's children also donated her bobblehead to the collection.
Ruth Bader Ginsburg, National Museum of American History, RBG  |  Mar 31, 2022
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