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The Smithsonian is Huge!
Did you know that we have nineteen museums? We also have a zoo, a carousel, an outdoor sculpture garden, an observatory, and millions of objects to explore.
Explore Museums Online
Image of the Smithsonian Castle Every Smithsonian museum has its own website loaded with information and activities. Search them here.
Smithsonian Museums

Check out these orientation videos to give you a little more information on what to expect at each museum.
Search Smithsonian Collections
Green Spider Find more than 400,000 images, videos, and sounds from the Smithsonian’s museums, archives, and libraries using the Smithsonian Collections Search Center Tool.
Smithsonian Collections Search Tool
Discover Exhibits Just for You
Image of an exhibition entrance The Smithsonian has exhibits especially for kids. See them all here.
Exhibits for Kids
Visit Information for Kids
Visit Information Find information and tips on visiting the Smithsonian, just for children and families.
Visit Information for Kids and Famillies

Check out these orientation videos to give you a little more information on what to expect at each museum.
Find Cool Events at the Smithsonian
Image of Paint Canisters The Smithsonian hosts lots of events especially for kids. Browse through them here.
Events for Kids

Electronic Superhighway: Continental U.S.

Electronic Superhighway: Continental U.S., Nam June Paik

You can explore the Smithsonian's collections online too, like at the website of the Smithsonian American Art Museum. Zoom deep and explore this giant multimedia installation, even if you can't come to Washington, DC.

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