Why the World's First Pet Cemetery Was Revolutionary
A new book charts the history of pet cemeteries and honors the universal experience of grieving...
The Madcap History of Mad Magazine Will Unleash Your Inner Class Clown
In a twist befitting its pages, the satirical, anti-establishment publication that delivered laughs and hijinks to...
These Colorful Drawings Defy Expectations of Shaker Art
Colorful, intricate drawings on view at the American Folk Art Museum are anything but simple
The Stratocaster Became Rock Music’s Most Iconic Guitar 70 Years Ago
The plucky design behind the legendary instrument that forever changed the look of rock 'n' roll
Later in Life, Claude Monet Obsessed Over Water Lilies. His Paintings of Them Were Some of His Greatest Masterpieces
Completed more than a century ago, these artworks reveal the Impressionist's triumphs—and struggles
The Race to Save Mezcal From the World
Climate change, corporate money, soaring demand—can Mexico’s local agave growers find a viable path for a...
How Tyrus Wong Spent 106 Years Making the World More Beautiful
The Chinese American artist left a breathtaking legacy that ranged from fine art to Disney movies...
These 15 Groovy Photos Capture the Joy of Music
Musical instruments have existed for eons, and humans continue to create and enjoy them
The Paris Summer Olympics: Smithsonian's Guide to the Games
Prepare yourself for the Paris Olympics with this comprehensive guide to the history, science, arts and...
The First Tango in Paris Made a Stir Worth Remembering
As breaking makes its debut at this summer’s Olympics, take a look back more than a...
How a Questionably Fashionable Shirt Bowled America Over
The gaudy top went from practical necessity to vintage treasure
The Knotty Art of Printmaking
The ornate series of woodcuts that transformed an art form
Savor the Bountiful Flavors of Summer
These 15 images from the Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest offer a taste of the season
How Dungeons & Dragons Sparked a Revolution in How We Play Just About Everything
Created more than 50 years ago, the game has captured the imaginations of generations of Americans,...
America’s Best New Restaurant Celebrates the Flavors of West Africa
The James Beard Award-winning Dakar NOLA is at the forefront of a generation of fine-dining establishments...
