Title: The Smithsonian : 150 years of adventure, discovery, and wonder /
Authors: Conaway, James.
Publisher: Smithsonian Books : Knopf,
Year: 1995
Subjects: Smithsonian Institution History.
Abstract: Looks at the Smithsonian Institution, a collection of national museums--the legacy of an Englishman who never set foot on American soil--from its inception to the present day. Its purpose is to both increase and diffuse knowledge.
Contents: Bright lamps, bold adventure : 1846-1878 -- Universe : 1879-1949 -- The living museum : 1950-1996.