Smithsonian Institution | Home View guides for the Smithsonian's 17 free Washington, D C –area museums and zoo —plus two museums in NYC Admission is free at all locations except Cooper Hewitt in NYC
Plan Your Smithsonian Visit - Smithsonian Institution The Smithsonian is the world’s largest museum complex Eleven museums are located along the National Mall in Washington, D C , six others and the Smithsonian’s National Zoo are nearby, two are in New York City, and two more are in the works
Smithsonian Museums and Zoo | Smithsonian Institution The Smithsonian is the world’s largest museum complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo Eleven museums are located along the National Mall in Washington, D C , six others and the Smithsonian’s National Zoo are nearby, two are in New York City, and two more are in the works
About the Smithsonian The Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums, 14 education and research centers, and the National Zoo—shaping the future by preserving heritage, discovering new knowledge, and sharing our resources with the world
Explore Smithsonian | Smithsonian Institution Discover online collections, stories, and research from across the Smithsonian Scientists from across the Smithsonian research the natural history of Earth and how it has changed and adapted over time
Explore History Culture - Smithsonian Institution The Smithsonian not only explores U S history and culture to better understand what it means to be an American, but also examines, explains, and protects cultural heritage in the U S and around the world
Mission and Vision - Smithsonian Institution Through our unparalleled collections and research capabilities, and the insight and creativity we foster through art, history, and culture, the Smithsonian strives to provide Americans and the world with the tools and information they need to forge Our Shared Future
Collections - Smithsonian Institution Scholars and scientific researchers at the Smithsonian—and around the world—use these vast collections in their research to expand human knowledge
Our History - Smithsonian Institution Since its founding, more than 175 years ago, the Smithsonian has become the world's largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums, the National Zoo, and nine research facilities