The Smithsonian is collecting items from the Capitol siege to preserve as artifacts

The Smithsonian is collecting trash and debris from the Capitol siege to preserve as artifacts to show the ‘fragility of the US democracy’ The National Museum of History has already sent a curator out to collect items to preserve Museum director Anthea M. Hartig released a statement on Friday stating that the election offered ‘remarkable instances … Read more

Kobe Bryant jersey displayed at Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture

The museum’s interim director Spencer Crew said of the display: ‘Kobe’s contributions on and off the court are remarkable. As a founding donor, he understood the significance of this museum to the nation and the world.  ‘After postponing the March installation due to COVID-19, we believe now is the perfect moment in history to honor … Read more