Smithsonian Institution

About Smithsonian Institution

The Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with a mission to explore and share knowledge across the arts, sciences, and humanities. It operates a wide network of museums and research centers, offers educational resources for visitors, students, and educators, and engages diverse audiences through exhibitions, digital collections, and open-access research. Its activities span the United States, with multiple museums in the Washington, D.C. area and partner institutions in New York City, as well as online resources and programs such as podcasts and educational initiatives.