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We're not a museum. We're 21 of them! (Plus a zoo & 9 research centers.) Find visiting info at si.edu/visit | Legal: s.si.edu/legal
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    Today, Aug. 7, Smithsonian museums and locations on the National Mall are open. We look forward to seeing you! Plan your visit: si.edu/visit
    Photo of the Smithsonian Arts and Industries Building. Banners on both sides celebrate the 250 of the Declaration of Independence.
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    Smithsonian
    @smithsonian
    Aug 6
    Today, Aug. 6, the following Smithsonian locations on the National Mall are closed due to a mechanical issue: @SmithsonianNMAI, @hirshhorn, @NatAsianArt, @si_africanart, the Smithsonian Castle, Arts and Industries Building, and the Ripley Center. We will share updates at
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    Smithsonian
    @smithsonian
    Mar 16
    Due to inclement weather, today, Monday, Mar. 16, Smithsonian museums in the DC area including our National Zoo will close at 2 p.m. ET. For updates, visit our website.
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    Smithsonian
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    Jan 28
    Museums and research centers in the Washington, DC, area are open today, Wednesday, Jan. 28, at their regularly scheduled times. Our National Zoo will open at 10 a.m. Some museums may offer limited menus in their cafes. Plan your visit: s.si.edu/4k4Wzpr Our @NationalZoo
    Four cheetah cubs and one adult cheetah standing on snow-covered ground under a clear sky.
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    Smithsonian
    @smithsonian
    Jan 26
    The National Zoo and Smithsonian museums in the Washington, DC, area are closed on Tuesday, Jan. 27, due to inclement weather. We welcome you to explore si.edu where we are always open. Image: Our National Museum of African American History and Culture is
    Snow-covered branches in front of the golden façade of the National Museum of African American History and Culture under a clear blue sky.

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