Current Exhibitions
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Dazzling DiversityCelebrate the vast and varied insect world through the pages of early illustrated natural history books! Through works spanning from the late 1700s to the early 1900s, Dazzling Diversity provides a glimpse into the wealth of recorded scientific knowledge in their pages and highlights the continuing relevance of historical science to contemporary biodiversity research. On display in the National Museum of Natural History through December 16, 2025. |
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Highlights of the NMAAHC Library CollectionEleven objects – books, videos, and more – significant to the African American story are featured in this exhibition of highlights from the National Museum of African American History and Culture Library, part of the Smithsonian Libraries and Archives. On display at the National Museum of African American History and Culture. |
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Music HerStory: Women and Music of Social ChangeWomen’s leadership in music and social change is central to the American story. Music HerStory explores these contributions through unique collections from the Smithsonian Libraries and Archives, the Center for Folklife and Culture Heritage, and more. Through March 24, 2025 at the National Museum of American History. |