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The importance of Star Trek in pop culture as seen through the Smithsonian collections

From legendary props to cultural touchstones, see how objects in the Smithsonian collections help tell the story of one of ...
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To Capture the Beauty and Wonder of Flight, These Celebrated Artists Created Spectacular Visions of Astronauts, Aviators, Rocket Launches and the Moon

At the National Air and Space Museum, a recently opened gallery space features artworks by Norman Rockwell, Alma Thomas, ...

In 1957, Vanguard TV3 rose about 4 feet before its rocket exploded; the 3-pound satellite was thrown clear, recovered, and now sits in the Smithsonian's Air and Spac…

On December 6, 1957, Vanguard TV3 experienced a catastrophic failure but was salvaged and now resides in the Smithsonian, ...