Results for "Smithsonian Institution. Assistant Secretary for the Arts and Humanities"
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Archives Puzzles: Walcott’s Wild Flowers
- Date: November 30, 2020
- Creator: Emily Niekrasz
- Description: Have a little fun with images from our collections that have been designated as open access. Anyone can now download, transform, share, and reuse millions of images as part of Smithsonian Open Access.
Throwback Thursday, Smithsonian-Style
- Date: December 20, 2018
- Creator: Emily Niekrasz
- Description: Slide back through time by exploring historic Smithsonian spaces in these before-and-after shots
Wait. Did That Really Happen? Murder at the Museum
- Date: January 16, 2020
- Creator: Emily Niekrasz
- Description: On January 16, 1907, a man carrying packages asked a carpenter for directions to a former colleague's office in the U.S. National Museum. Minutes later, that man pulled a rifle out of one of the packages and murdered an illustrator working for the Smithsonian.
- Blog Post
What’s in a Name? The Anacostia Community Museum
- Date: June 16, 2020
- Creator: Emily Niekrasz
- Description: On June 16, 2006, Smithsonian’s Anacostia Community Museum changed its name for the third time, signaling a renewed focus on local Black history and beyond.
Staff Check-In: Befriending Kittens, Carving Ducks, and Perfecting the Art of the Biscuit
- Date: July 14, 2020
- Creator: Emily Niekrasz
- Description: Nearly four months into Smithsonian’s extended telework period, we thought it would be fun to share which skills and hobbies have been getting us through this overwhelming time.
An Interview with Director Tamar Evangelestia-Dougherty, Smithsonian Libraries and Archives
- Date: February 4, 2022
- Creator: Emily Niekrasz
- Description: Smithsonian Libraries and Archives recently welcomed Tamar Evangelestia-Dougherty as our inaugural director. Join us as we get to know the new leader of our organization!
Wonderful Women Wednesday: Sheila P. Burke
- Date: November 18, 2020
- Creator: Emily Niekrasz
- Description: Each week, the Archives features a woman who has been a groundbreaker at the Smithsonian, past or present, in a series titled Wonderful Women Wednesday.
Wonderful Women Wednesday: Joan Madden
- Date: February 5, 2020
- Creator: Emily Niekrasz
- Description: Joan Madden, Assistant Director for Education, 1987–88, Supervisory Information and Education Specialist, 1980–86, and Education Coordinator, 1974–80, was integral to the development and management of the Discovery Room and Naturalist Center at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. She also managed volunteers for Smithsonian’s Office of Elementary and Secondary
Smithsonian Spotlight: Carmen E. Turner
- Date: February 20, 2020
- Creator: Emily Niekrasz
- Description: How does one climb from working as a clerk typist to being appointed second-in-command at the Smithsonian? Meet Carmen Turner.
Wonderful Women Wednesday: Janet W. Solinger
- Date: October 31, 2018
- Creator: Emily Niekrasz
- Description: Janet W. Solinger, Director of the Smithsonian Resident Associates Program, 1972-1992, helped expand the Smithsonian's continuing education program membership tenfold. In 1993, she served as Director of Special Projects, assisting with planning for the Smithsonian's 150th anniversary. #Groundbreaker
Wonderful Women Wednesday: Carmen Turner
- Date: February 20, 2019
- Creator: Emily Niekrasz
- Description: Carmen Turner, Under Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1990–1992, was the Smithsonian’s chief operating officer. She led a comprehensive reorganizational study of the Smithsonian, and prioritized equal employment opportunities, welcoming more diverse audiences, and creating spaces for teenagers. #Groundbreaker
Wonderful Women Wednesday: Dr. Verdine J. Frederick
- Date: July 21, 2021
- Creator: Emily Niekrasz
- Description: Each week, the Archives features a woman who has been a groundbreaker at the Smithsonian, past or present, in a series titled Wonderful Women Wednesday.