Smithsonian

The Smithsonian is a group of museums and research centers administered by the government of the United States, functioning as the nation's museum and is dedicated to the 'increase and diffusion of knowledge'.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news due to political controversy and direct attacks from the Trump administration over its exhibits on U.S. history and slavery.

Latest on Smithsonian

• How the Smithsonian became the latest front in Trump’s culture war
• Inside Melania Trump and Peng Liyuan’s visit to the Smithsonian’s Peacock Room
• Smithsonian head to resign after Trump attacks US slavery exhibits
• Trump orders Smithsonian to post warnings about 'inaccurate' US history
• Trump cites ‘white, male, Christian’ audit in Smithsonian disclaimer push

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