Here at Smithsonian Magazine, we're reviving a tradition: our annual selection of outstanding books for children, a compendium of surprising, inspiring titles—everything from picture books and novels ...

"Each first lady has defined the unnofficial but significant role based on her own interests and priorities. Barbara Bush promoted literacy, Edith Wilson took on chief executive responsibilities after ...

Theo Gonzalves, curator at National Museum of American History and former interim director of the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center, sat down with author Peter Bacho to talk about his recent ...

We have always known that the name Lillian Colton and her seed art have been recognized not only locally at the Steele County Free Fair but at the Minnesota State ...