Chalk Talk
Celebrate American Indian Heritage Month with the Smithsonian and in your classroom
The National Museum of the American Indian is dedicated to honoring the cultures of Native peoples year round and especially in November—American Indian Heritage Month. Learn more about American Indian Heritage month and how to include Native perspective in your lessons.
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Field Notes
New Capitol Visitor Center to open in December
When it opens next month, the new U.S. Capitol Visitor Center will be the largest project in the Capitol’s 215-year history. Our tour groups traveling to Washington, D.C., will visit the new facility, an underground space that is about three quarters of the size of the entire U.S. Capitol building. Find out what you’ll find inside.
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Smithsonian News
Michael Phelps portrait now featured at the National Portrait Gallery
Teachers and students visiting the National Portrait Gallery can now see a stunning portrait of Olympic champion Michael Phelps. The swimmer’s portrait joins those of other famous Americans, from U.S. presidents to entertainers.
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Trip Talk
Group Leader Danny Lackey discusses his trip to Washington, D.C.
Danny Lackey recently took students from his Indiana high school to Washington, D.C., on his first tour. Students returned home from their Smithsonian Student Travel experience with a better understanding of their heritage and a renewed appreciation for their country. Find out more about their trip and the life-changing moment one of his students had on tour.
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