Museums are a great way to spend time in a new city, while also learning in the process. These are the best free, ...

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While it appears that all eyes are on the federal government as President Donald Trump’s second term enters its first full month, many of the offices responsible for keeping the country’s national ...

From ancient artifacts to groundbreaking contemporary installations, the United States is a treasure trove of cultural ...

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Explore the "Black Wings" exhibition, highlighting the achievements of African-American aviators, at the Bruce R. Watkins Cultural Heritage Center.

The Smithsonian Institution is closing its diversity office and freezing all federal hiring. The decision will affect dozens ...

President Donald Trump seems poised to dissolve the White House's National Space Council after being heavily lobbied by SpaceX to do so, Reuters reports — which ultimately sounds like a ...

FIRST ON FOX: Republican Sens. Ted Cruz, R-Texas and Todd Young, R-Indiana are urging historical museums in Washington, D.C., to "respect" the First Amendment rights of pro-life protesters who are ...