Center for Study of Man Established at NMNH
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PrintThe Center for the Study of Man is established under the Museum of Natural History to coordinate and carry out programs involving research, education, and services to facilitate the study of man on a world wide scale. The announcement of the creation of the center was made on June 5, 1968 by Secretary Ripley.
Chronology of Smithsonian History
Institutional History Division, Smithsonian Institution Archives, 600 Maryland Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20024-2520, SIHistory@si.edu
July 1, 1968