Retiring Smithsonian head Lonnie G. Bunch III: "You can run from history, but you can't hide"

In 2019, Bunch became both the first historian and the first African American to serve as Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution. As he prepares to retire, he talks about the museums' mission to protect history, and give America a full picture of itself.

• Sep 20

Smithsonian Castle opens with special exhibit for America's 250th birthday

The Smithsonian Castle is open in Washington D.C., hosting a special exhibit for the 250th birthday of America.

• Jun 8

Bison sculptures stop at Chicago's Field Museum on way to Smithsonian in D.C.

Three larger-than-life bronze bison statues made a stop at Chicago's Field Museum of Natural History​ on Monday, and they won't be around long.

• Mar 16

Could Chicago museums be affected by Trump admin. review of Smithsonian?

The Trump administration has started outlining some of the Smithsonian Institution's art, information, and imagery​ that it has deemed "too woke."

• Aug 21, 2025

White House launches review of Smithsonian museums to "ensure alignment" with Trump

The White House is launching an internal review of some of the Smithsonian Institution's best-known museums to ensure their exhibits are in line with Trump's plans to "celebrate American exceptionalism" and remove what he deems "divisive or ideologically driven language."

• Aug 13, 2025

Smithsonian collects convention souvenirs

Hats, buttons, and signs cheering on the nominees are now part of history. The Smithsonian already has an impressive display of old press passes and plenty of posters.

• Aug 23, 2024