Smithsonian Voices

From the Smithsonian Museums

The Smithsonian Founder Developed Poison Tests

Read about James Smithson's amazing scientific experiments to celebrate the Smithsonian's birthday this week

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The Paradox of the Declaration of Independence

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Delicious Recipes for Your Next Juneteenth Celebration

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How Portraiture Displays Desire

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How the Language of Presidents and First Ladies Shapes the Country

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The Man Behind Lincoln's Inauguration Photos

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How the Smithsonian Conserved the Jefferson Bible

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The Legacy of the Cherry Blossom Festival

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A Long Story of Freedom Seeking

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Benjamin Banneker's Almanac of Strange Dreams

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We Wish You a Commercial Christmas

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Building a Great Society on Sesame Street