From astronaut ice-cream to Plymouth Rock, a group of scholars gathered at the 114th Smithsonian Material Culture Forum to address tall tales and myths
You’ve got questions, we’ve got experts
Despite her fame, you wouldn't know about this beloved writer unless you visit the vanishing Midwestern landscape she helped save
You have to be in the right place at the right time to see these awe-inspiring events
A turn-of-the-century hair-care magnate who shared her wealth gets the spotlight
The Cuban American artist has long been a creative force. Now she’s having her big moment—in her tenth decade
The archival clips show Marines mourning friends, enjoying downtime and more
The story of Shonke Mon-thi^, a hidden figure in American history, is now recovered at the National Portrait Gallery
The four-day event shows more than 20 films featuring 28 languages from 22 regions
A blast-injury expert takes aim at the mystery of what sank the most famous—and lethal—submarine of the Civil War
A century before today’s celebrity health gurus, an American businesswoman was a beauty with a brand
In 1950, an exhibition of the famed artist's paintings toured Europe in a promotional campaign of American culture
The Kennedy administration sought a diverse face to the space program, but for reasons unknown, the pilot was kept from reaching the stars
New research proves the power of beneficial bacteria and fungi that help sugarcane grow larger and rebound from stress faster
The unique design of the flyer, held in the collections of the Smithsonian, has infatuated aviation enthusiasts for decades
Scholars are finding there’s much more to the “lady with the lamp” than her famous exploits as a nurse in the Crimean War
Out in the wild, flowers and candy just aren’t gonna cut it
Formed 100 years ago, the Negro Leagues were a resounding success and an immense source of pride for black America
The producers aim to inspire future generations to carry on the singer’s legacy
Cooking classes in a growing number of cities are teaching U.S.-born residents to embrace their immigrant neighbors
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