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February 20, 2020 10:26 ET | Source: Smithsonian's National Museum of American History

Smithsonian Accepts Artifacts From “The President” Lester Young

Washington, D.C., Feb. 20, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History will accept a donation of four iconic artifacts related to the life and legacy of jazz...
October 21, 2019 13:29 ET | Source: Smithsonian's National Museum of American History

Smithsonian Set To Showcase Brewing History

Washington, D.C, Oct. 21, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History will explore the history and industry of brewing in the United States in a new showcase...
May 08, 2019 11:03 ET | Source: Smithsonian's National Museum of American History

Smithsonian Marks 150th Anniversary of Transcontinental Railroad With Opening of “Forgotten Workers” Display

Washington, D.C., May 08, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History is marking the 150th anniversary of the Transcontinental Railroad with “Forgotten Workers:...