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On August 10, the Smithsonian will celebrate its 180th birthday! Join in the celebrations with some fun birthday themed resources and activities from across the institution:

Test your Smithsonian smarts with our special birthday trivia. Take the Quiz »
Check out some cakes with a bit of the Smithsonian baked into every bite. Grab a Slice »
Explore the backstory behind birthday celebrations in America. Hear the History »
Find out what artist shares a birthday with you! Meet Your Birthday Twin »

For nearly two centuries, the Smithsonian has inspired generations through the generosity of supporters like you. Make a special birthday gift today and help us continue sharing knowledge with the world for years to come!

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Sloth bears cubs, Champa and Ozzy, exploring their habitat

Sloth Bears Cubs Settle In

Two un-bear-ably cute cubs recently made their public debut at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo’s Asia Trail exhibit! Plan your visit to say hi in person or keep up to date with the new fuzzy friends online.

Catch Up With the Cubs »

Want to keep up with the Smithsonian's animal conservation efforts and other science news? Follow Smithsonian Science on Instagram for the latest research, fieldwork, and discoveries from across the institution!

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Travel Through Time with Design

Who needs a Delorean when you have Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum's national design collection? From an ancient Egyptian vessel to the Polaroid SX-70 camera—discover design through the years in the museum's exhibition Design Across Time: Exploring the Smithsonian’s Design Collection.

Look Closer »

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A Summer of Soccer

The World Cup may be over, but you can still enjoy the world's most popular sport with the Smithsonian! Browse soccer-related artifacts from across the Smithsonian’s museums, including jerseys worn by legends like Pelé and Mia Hamm.

Kick Off »

SMITHSONIAN LEGACY SPOTLIGHT

August is National Make-A-Will Month!

Whether you're just getting started, or have a will that needs updating, this month is the perfect time to think about your legacy. Explore our complimentary guide for advice and resources to help ensure your future and the Smithsonian's!

Plan My Legacy »

Smithsonian's Sidedoor: Gunboat Philadelphia

How did Benedict Arnold and a crew of men who had never been on a boat before turn the tide in the Revolutionary War? The Smithsonian’s Sidedoor team dives into the story on the final episode of season 12!

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Trivia: Fruitful Findings

A team of scientists led by researchers from the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History recently found genetic evidence of a popular fruit making a migration from South America to Central America nearly 5,000 years ago.

Which fruit's DNA helped Smithsonian researchers find traces of this ancient migration?

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