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The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex. It's home to many museums and the National Zoo. The Smithsonian Institution is considered unique in the Federal establishment. The Smithsonian is not an executive branch agency and does not exercise regulatory powers, except over its own buildings and grounds. Thus, courts have held that the Smithsonian is not an agency or authority of the Government. However, the U.S. Attorney General has concluded that the Smithsonian is so "closely connected" to the federal government that it shares the immunity of the United States from state and local regulation.
Here you can find quick access to many resources as well as to the museums and zoo.
Fun Activities for Kids and Teens
Newsdesk Newsroom of the Smithsonian
Smithsonian Open Access Download, share, and reuse millions of the Smithsonian’s images.
Arts and Industries Building (AIB)
Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden
National Museum of African American History and Culture
National Museum of African Art
National Museum of American History
National Museum of Natural History
National Museum of the American Indian
National Museum of the American Latino
Smithsonian American Art Museum (SAAM)