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NMAfA acknowledges and celebrates all artists working to represent #LGBTQ+ centered stories. An exhibition and publication (by @kddumouchelle) featuring out artists whose artwork connects their experiences as LGBTQ+ individuals is in the works. Stay tuned! #PrideMonth

Sounds of Africa July 22, 2023 6:30–9:30 p.m. Enid A. Haupt Garden To register, [eventbrite.com/e/663780654807]. Come enjoy the lively beats of African diaspora Hip Hop music and dance away! Sounds of Africa is an ongoing concert series celebrating the music of the African diaspora.

In the event of a government shutdown on Oct. 1, Smithsonian museums, research centers and the National Zoo will remain OPEN through at least Oct. 7. The Smithsonian can use prior-year funds still available to us to remain open. Visit si.edu for updates.

Celebrate 60 years of African Art with the Sounds of Africa concert series featuring the music of the African diaspora! August 24, 7-10pm: Tewodros "Teddy" Aklilu Band featuring Munit Mesfin Register here eventbrite.com/e/sounds-of-af…

Teaching Africa Day is an interactive family-friendly event raising students' awareness about Africa! Register for Teaching Africa Day here: eventbrite.com/e/teaching-afr…

Join us for Teaching Africa Day on Saturday, Sept. 7! This free program is an annual, interactive, family-friendly event that brings together educational resources on Africa's rich cultural heritage. s.si.edu/3ADUbDs

We would like to remind everyone that Teaching Africa Day: Storytelling through the Ages--Past, Present, and Future is this weekend! Saturday Sept. 7, 11am--5pm at the Smithsonian’s Arts and Industries Building Register here: eventbrite.com/e/teaching-afr…

Celebrate 60 years of African Art! Enjoy a fashion show on Friday September 27 and a full day of programming on Saturday September 28! More information and a register link is in bio

"Wild Sculpture VII" by Yinka Shonibare MBE welcomes visitors to the only museum dedicated to the arts of Africa over time, from the 11th century to today. Your support helps expand our scholarship, collection, programs, and exhibitions: s.si.edu/3zkbfOz

Have you signed up for our free Community Day? Join us to celebrate 60 years of African Art with fashion, music, and dance. s.si.edu/3B1rPTT

Celebrate 60 years of African Art! Enjoy a fashion show on Friday September 27 and a full day of programming on Saturday September 28! Fashion show begins Friday promptly at 7pm. For more information: linktr.ee/smithsonianafr…

Please join the National Museum of African Art’s new Global Africa Council for an evening of African music, art, and cuisine in celebration of the museum’s 60th Anniversary featuring DJ K.Kess October 24, 2024 6:00–9:30 p.m. Tickets available here: africa.si.edu/afrobeat-vibes/

Please join the National Museum of African Art’s new Global Africa Council for an evening of African music, art, and cuisine in celebration of the museum’s 60th Anniversary featuring DJ K.Kess October 24, 2024 6:00–9:30 p.m. Tickets available here: africa.si.edu/afrobeat-vibes/

In the event of a government shutdown, our museums, research centers, and the National Zoo will remain OPEN through at least Thursday, Dec. 26. Please note that we are closed on Dec. 25. Visit si.edu for updates. Image: Richard Lippold’s “Ad Astra” on view

Due to inclement weather, Smithsonian museums in the DC area, including the National Zoo, will be closed to the public on Monday, Jan. 6.

Due to inclement weather, the National Museum of African Art will be closed to the public on Tuesday, Jan. 7. This is a snowy photo from a previous year of “Wind Sculpture VII” by Yinka Shonibare MBE. Learn more about African art at africa.si.edu.

All Smithsonian museums and the National Zoo are open today and we look forward to welcoming you. Plan your visit: si.edu/visit/museums How do we know that no two snowflakes are identical? Photographer Wilson A. Bentley. A trailblazer in photomicrography, Bentley captured the

Planning a visit? 🗓️ · Note: In observance of Inauguration Day and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we'll be closed Jan. 20. · Save the date: 💕 Feb. 14 | Africa, With Love—music, art, and more! africa.si.edu/education/afri… 📸 Event Photojournalism, 2024/NMAfA

Due to winter weather, Smithsonian museums in the DC area, including the National Zoo, will close at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 11. Enjoy this snowy photo from earlier this year!