Exhibitions

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History leads the nation’s 250th anniversary celebrations with a bold, immersive exhibition exploring the ideals of the Declaration of Independence. In Pursuit of Life, Liberty & Happiness features.... Shortened snippet. View full page for more details.

Explore the remarkable story of bison. These iconic animals shaped North American landscapes for more than 100,000 years and anchored Indigenous lifeways for generations. Pushed to the brink of extinction in the 19th century, bison survived .... Shortened snippet. View full page for more details.

Bison have long captured our imaginations. In paintings, photographs, stories, and sculpture, this powerful animal represents wildness, resilience, and the spirit of the American West. The historic books, images, and objects on view are drawn .... Shortened snippet. View full page for more details.

Discover our national story through the National Museum of Natural History's unparalleled collections. Explore more than 600 specimens and cultural items representing all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the five U.S. territories people.... Shortened snippet. View full page for more details.