national zoo Presents
Boo at the Zoo
October 21, 22, and 23
5:30-8:30 p.m.
Boo at the Zoo is the wildest
trick-or-treat in town! This is one Halloween party you won't want to miss!
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Smithsonian Snapshot
A weekly peek into the
Smithsonian's collection,
one object at a time
Evel Knievel’s Harley-Davidson XR-750, 1972
Evel Knievel, American daredevil and entertainer, rode this motorcycle during some of his most spectacular jumps.
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smithsonian associates presents
Smithsonian Chamber Music Society
Bringing the Smithsonian's priceless collection of musical instruments to life, in intimate concert settings.
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american art museum PRESENTS
Your name in lights for "The Art of Video Games!"
Donate your coins and Koopabits and we’ll add you to the exhibition credits.
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Visiting the Museums & Zoo
Most museums are open seven days a
week from 10am to 5:30pm, except
December 25.

Visiting with Kids