Smithsonian Education

Teaching and learning resources from the Smithsonian. Legal:

[Orange County Regional History Center @HistoryCenterFL]

Last year, the History Center launched its first Teen Council! 24 teens from 14 schools explored community, history, and museums–connecting with peers at the Virginia Discovery Museum through the Smithsonian’s Democracy in Dialogue program.

[MCPS @MCPS]

Dr. Chism, the Smithsonian’s under secretary for Education, where she leads the institution’s educational priorities and national learning initiatives, visited Rolling Terrace to speak with staff and students about the strength of public education and the power of equity.

[Orange County Public Schools VA @OCPS_VA]

Congratulations to students in Ms Conley’s Local History class on the completion of their Democracy in Diaglogue program, sponsored by Smithsonian Education.💫

#SmithsonianEDU
#democracyindialogue
#StrongerTogether
#proud2beoc🧡💙

[Smithsonian @smithsonian]

On Monday, Nov. 17, all Smithsonian museums, research centers, and the National Zoo will open at their regularly scheduled times. We look forward to seeing you!

[Smithsonian Education @SmithsonianEdu]

The Smithsonian is in the process of reopening our museums, research centers, and the National Zoo. For the latest updates and opening information, please visit https://t.co/1IYd0Z5ow4 and check back regularly as information may change.

[Smithsonian @smithsonian]

Due to the government shutdown, Smithsonian museums are temporarily closed beginning on Sunday, Oct. 12, along with our research centers and the National Zoo.

We will update our operating status as soon as the situation is resolved. We do not plan to update social media other than to inform you of changes to our operating status.

While our doors are closed, Smithsonian digital resources continue to be available at https://t.co/JIkab2wlwE

📷: @SmithsonianNMAI

[Smithsonian Education @SmithsonianEdu]

Whether you're a parent, educator, student, academic, or lifelong learner, the @smithsonian has free online resources for you! From high-quality videos to activities and games, there's something for everyone. Visit https://t.co/9RPSxEayql to learn more. #SmithsonianEdu

[Amanda Perschall @nancystate]

@rachelteachkc @NHTOYMc It’s not the same as having things in person, but the Smithsonian learning lab is a great resource for their collection!

[PBS Teachers @pbsteachers]

We had a blast at the @smithsonian National Education Summit.

One major topic that had everyone buzzing? “The American Revolution” by @KenBurns, Sarah Botstein & David Schmidt premiering this Nov on PBS. We 💙 hearing your excitement & ideas for bringing it into the classroom!

[PBS Teachers @pbsteachers]

Happening 7/16! Register for this free virtual session!
Join us at the @smithsonian Educator Summit for a sneak peek at THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, the upcoming @KenBurns doc series —and explore how to bring it into your classroom w/ new PBS LearningMedia resources for grades 3–12.

[SmithsonianEnv @SmithsonianEnv]

Educators: Free registration is now open for the Smithsonian National Education Summit! Join us online or in person in D.C. for over 40 sessions designed to prepare educators for the nation’s 250th anniversary. https://t.co/nj6i74Cgj3 #SmithsonianEdu

[Mrs Kielma @MrsKielma]

Free registration is now open for the 2025 Smithsonian
National Education Summit! Join online or
in-person in D.C. for over 40 sessions designed to
prepare educators for the nation’s 250th anniversary. Visit
https://t.co/SAkBnukKTv #SmithsonianEdu

[University Park ES @UPSoaringEagles]

Our second-grade students enjoyed exploring and learning from the exhibits at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History. We extend our gratitude to the teachers and parents who chaperoned another successful and memorable field trip!

[Smithsonian Education @SmithsonianEdu]

Planning a field trip to @airandspace? We now offer free reserved planetarium shows every Tuesday morning for schools on field trips. This live planetarium show is led by a Museum educator and explores the night sky. Learn more: https://t.co/i5PxhkOGme

[MontvilleTwpSchools @MontvilleTwpSch]

HEADLINE NEWS! Lazar Life Science Teacher Karin Wardell: Inspiring Innovation! Selected to Smithsonian National Air & Space Museum's Teacher Innovator Institute (TII). Completed 2 summers! Now in NJ/FL migratory birds exchange program. SEE: https://t.co/OsmdG3OO20

[Smithsonian Education @SmithsonianEdu]

What does a place need to support life? In the latest episode of @STEMin30, @airandspace explores the science of habitability with some help from @SmithsonianEnv. Check out this standards-aligned webcast for middle school classrooms: https://t.co/nUZWvoO7d7

[Smithsonian Education @SmithsonianEdu]

Want to spend two weeks next summer in Washington, DC, with @airandspace exploring the connections between informal STEAM education and authentic learning? Learn more about the museum's Teacher Innovator Institute at a virtual info session on December 15: https://t.co/JJf0sWl8Lj

[NFL on Prime Video @NFLonPrime]

#TNFForGood is back with a partnership with @Smithsonian where 1 million books and literacy resources will be donated to youth in all 30 NFL markets this season.

[NFL on Prime Video @NFLonPrime]

#TNFForGood returns this season in partnership with @smithsonian to donate 1 million books and literacy resources to youth in all 30 @NFL markets this season.

The @Chiefs, @Ravens and @Lions helped us kick off the program at #BGCA_Clubs in their areas!

[Smithsonian Education @SmithsonianEdu]

What makes a habitat a home? Join Conservation Classroom with @NationalZoo to find out! On Wednesday Nov. 13 at 2pm ET, explore habitats around the world with this free, virtual school program designed for K-5 students. Learn more and register at https://t.co/H7H5tevykA