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Cosmic Journey

Journey with us from an eclipse of our closest star, the sun, to the far reaches of the universe with events and virtual resources.
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Life on a Sustainable Planet

Celebrate Earth Month with the Smithsonian

Learn and get inspired to be a part of building a sustainable future where life on Earth thrives.
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Citizen Science

Join in the Smithsonian Research Mission

Smithsonian researchers enlist volunteers for an array of tasks, both onsite and online. Depending on your interests, you can help sustain species around the globe and even solve mysteries of the planets and stars!
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Smithsonian's National Zoo

Meet the Animals

Meet the residents at the zoo, discover fun facts, and learn about conservation status.
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Underpinned by our vast scientific collections and with the expertise of researchers, curators, and collaborators across the world, the Smithsonian is at the forefront of science. We work to save endangered species and conserve biodiversity, mitigate global climate change, explore the Earth’s geological past and present, and understand the cosmos.

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Sidedoor Podcast

The Smithsonian's flagship podcast sneaks you through the side door to learn stories you won't find anywhere else. Discover more episodes on science and nature.

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