Smithsonian reports dip in visitors and increase in donations
Smithsonian Secretary G. Wayne Clough reported Monday that the number of visitors to the Smithsonian had declined by 2 percent. That meant only 29 million people had visited the museums, still making the complex bulging with visitors. Read full article >>
Smithsonian lists largest donors in 2011
In 2011 the largest donors to the Smithsonian Institution gave their funds to specific programs---from pandas to endowments for directors’ positions--at the museum. Secretary G. Wayne Clough said surpassing the fund-raising goal of $175 million for last year was a good trend and the gifts “fit into our strategic plan.†The amount raised was $182 million. Read full article >>
Cristián Samper to step down As Director of Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History
Cristián Samper, Director, National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institution. Photo: Donald E. Hurlbert. WASHINGTON, DC.- Cristián Samper, a biologist and international leader in the field of conservation biology, announced his resignation from the National Museum of Natural History where he has served as director since 2003. Samper was Acting Secretary of the Smithsonian from March ...
"Feast Your Eyes" on Ancient Iranian Luxury Metalwork at the Freer and Sackler Galleries
"Feast Your Eyes: A Taste for Luxury in Ancient Iran," on view at the Smithsonian's Freer and Sackler Galleries beginning Feb. 4, explores the beauty, role and function of luxury metalwork in ancient Iran.
Nevada's Top Two Youth Volunteers Selected in 17th Annual National Awards Program
Angela Foremaster, 18, of North Las Vegas and Ashlee Smith, 13, of Sparks today were named Nevada's top two youth volunteers for 2012 by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, a nationwide program honoring young people for outstanding acts of volunteerism.
Kentucky's Top Two Youth Volunteers Selected in 17th Annual National Awards Program
Julia Higginbotham, 17, of Salvisa and Megison Hancock, 13, of Paducah today were named Kentucky's top two youth volunteers for 2012 by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, a nationwide program honoring young people for outstanding acts of volunteerism.
District of Columbia's Top Two Youth Volunteers Selected in 17th Annual National Awards Program
Tai Schroeder, 17, and Gelatia Araia, 14, today were named the District of Columbia's top two youth volunteers for 2012 by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, a nationwide program honoring young people for outstanding acts of volunteerism.
Idaho's Top Two Youth Volunteers Selected in 17th Annual National Awards Program
Ariane Drake, 18, of Pocatello and Emily Kladar, 12, of Hayden Lake today were named Idaho's top two youth volunteers for 2012 by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, a nationwide program honoring young people for outstanding acts of volunteerism.
Rhode Island's Top Two Youth Volunteers Selected In 17th Annual National Awards Program
Sandanie Ambalangodage, 17, of Smithfield and Nicholas Lowinger, 14, of Cranston today were named Rhode Island's top two youth volunteers for 2012 by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, a nationwide program honoring young people for outstanding acts of volunteerism.