Personalize your Smithsonian Story!

Every day, Smithsonian thinkers, doers and dreamers bring the Smithsonian to life for millions of people around the world. But behind the exhibits, frames and display cases in your favorite museums are Smithsonian experts asking the biggest questions. Where did we come from? Are we alone in the universe? How can we learn from our past and present to create a better future?

We'd like to introduce you to some people at the Smithsonian who are doing truly extraordinary work. They're chasing down rare volcanic ash on remote North Pacific islands to understand how continents form. They're redefining the way we look at art to understand the breadth of human experience. They're driving Mars Rovers and seeking life on Earth-like exoplanets. They're defining and refining how we achieve the Smithsonian mission to discover and share knowledge.

We need your help personalizing your Smithsonian Story. Choose the Smithsonian speakers you'd like to meet and confirm your email address to get started! Then stay tuned and we'll deliver your Smithsonian Story directly to your inbox!

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I want to meet:

An Exoplanet Expert

A Volcano Hunter

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I want to meet:

A Mars Road-Tripper

A Football Philosopher

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I want to meet:

A Banjo Connoisseur

A Portrait Pro

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I want to meet:

A Native Art Curator A Time-Traveling Educator

Your selections (clicktap a chapter to change your selection):

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Why are you most excited to receive Smithsonian emails? (Select all that apply)

I care about the Smithsonian I want to be the first to know about Smithsonian news, like new exhibits or discoveries I want to learn new things and be surprised I want to find new ways to connect with the Smithsonian

Did you know that other than federal funding, the Smithsonian relies on private support to help conserve its collections, provide world-class exhibitions and programming, and conduct research for the public good?

Yes, I knew that the Smithsonian relies on private support No, I didn't know that the Smithsonian relies on private support

Have you visited a Smithsonian museum? Do you plan to visit the Smithsonian in the future? What topics interest you? (Select all that apply)

Art Culture History Science All of the Above

Do you read Smithsonian blogs and articles online? How do you prefer to consume knowledge? (Select all that apply)

I like to read online articles and blogs I like to read emails and online newsletters from trusted sources I like to watch TV and film documentaries I like to watch online videos I like to visit museums and cultural centers I like to read books and newspapers I like to read journals and textbooks I like to take classes (in fulfillment of a degree, for personal enjoyment, for career advancement, etc.)

Personalize your Smithsonian Story!

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Are We Alone?

Listening to the Earth Breathe

Road Trip Across Mars

The Power of Sport

Preserving Cultural Traditions

The Art of Portrayal