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Visiting Smithsonian Castle in DC: Everything You Need to Know
And a crypt inside the north entrance holds the tomb of James Smithson, the namesake of the Smithsonian. You can also learn ...
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Why the Smithsonian Castle Is Getting a Major Overhaul
The Great Hall of the Castle (pictured in 1969) has housed exhibits, a library, special events and a visitor information center. Smithsonian Institution Archives The Smithsonian Castle has been a ...
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From the Castle
But it is ants—and the fungus they grow inside the essential acacia bushes—that play a key role in keeping grasslands healthy. The Smithsonian Institution is undergoing transformative changes ...
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Workers Uncover an Underground Chamber Sealed for More Than a Century Near the National Mall
During the renovation of the Smithsonian Castle in Washington, D.C., workers have discovered a hidden chamber. Built in 1847 to store rainwater, the round brick cistern has been sealed for over ...
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Host an Event at the Smithsonian Castle
The Smithsonian Castle and Enid A. Haupt Garden will be closed for renovations beginning February 1, 2023. The renovation is expected to last approximately five years. The Smithsonian Castle is a ...