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What lurks underneath the ice?
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Blubbery Weddell seals, fish that live inside the ice, and otherworldly-looking invertebrates as marine biologist Michael Lang describes some
of the challenges of diving in Antarctica. As the Smithsonian’s Scientific Diving Officer, Lang tests equipment and diving methods to ensure that all the scientists he trains are safe and able to work effectively underwater. In this video, Lang discusses the incredible biodiversity that exists under the ice in the frigid waters of Antarctica.
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Before you visit…
Enjoy this humorous and fun introductory video before you visit - or simply to remember a favorite past Smithsonian visit. Ben Stiller highlights some of the Smithsonian’s treasures, from the world’s first airplane at the National Air and Space Museum to monkeys that look like lions at the National Zoo. He’ll even teach you a few fun facts along the way, for example, “Did you know…that no matter how nice you are to the museum guards, they will not let you touch the exhibits? Even if you’re super famous?”
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Make a gift to the Smithsonian today and help bring alive our nation’s history, culture, art and science for millions of families each year. |
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PUBLIC OBSERVATORY NOW OPEN
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Celebrate the International Year of Astronomy at the National Air and Space Museum’s new Public Observatory. When the weather is clear, visitors will be able to look through the eyepiece of the 16-inch telescope to see craters on the moon, the planets, the sun (safely), and other wonders of the universe, guided by our staff of astronomy educators.
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FALNAMA: THE BOOK OF OMENS |
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Whether by consulting the position of the planets or interpreting dreams, the art of divination was widely practiced throughout the Islamic world in the form of illustrated texts known as the Falnama. The brilliantly painted compositions, created in the 16th and early 17th centuries, are the centerpiece of Falnama: The Book of Omens, on display now at the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery.
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BITTERSWEET HARVEST |
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This exhibition at the National Museum of American History examines the experiences of the bracero workers of the early 1940s. The bracero program, ended in 1964, was designed to fill labor shortages in agriculture and the railroads, and was the largest guest worker program in U.S. history. Visit the exhibition online, or in person through January 3, to learn about the opportunity and exploitation of the bracero experience.
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Faces of the Frontier |
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Do you know which Native American warrior, famous for his daring raids and improbable escapes while fighting the U.S. Army, became a featured guest at the 1904 World's Fair and Theodore Roosevelt’s inaugural parade?
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Your gift helps open the door for millions of people to discover the wonder of the Smithsonian.
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Which of Abraham Lincoln’s belongings was used to send a special note but was only discovered recently by Smithsonian curators?
A. his hat
B. his watch
C. his tie
D. the heel of his
shoe
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Planning a visit to the Smithsonian? Find out about the exhibitions and events awaiting you on the National Mall and in your neighborhood.
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