Smithsonian

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A vibrant gathering of people sharing a meal, celebrating African American culinary traditions and heritage, with a focus on community and historical significance.

Smithsonian Exhibition Explores African American Food Heritage in 2025

The culinary traditions of Flagler County's African American community, once shared within families, are now being documented for a national Smithsonian exhibition, elevating local recipes to historic

Eleanor Voss·June 9, 2026

The Anacostia Community Museum, a historic building in Southeast D.C., with a few people walking by, symbolizing its declining visitor numbers.

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Smithsonian's Anacostia Museum faces uncertain future

Despite housing over 9,000 artifacts documenting African American history, the Smithsonian's Anacostia Community Museum, its only institution dedicated to urban communities, has seen visitor numbers d

Claire Donovan·June 4, 2026

Diverse crowd enjoying a vibrant outdoor festival with music, food, and colorful decorations, celebrating American cultural heritage.

Culture

US communities celebrate heritage months and festivals nationwide

Lafayette's Festivals Acadiens et Créoles, a beacon of Bayou culture, is now partnering with the Smithsonian for a national project connecting 40 festivals across the U.

Yasmin El-Sayed·May 6, 2026