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In communities across the nation, our programs offer the Smithsonian experience to adults and young people alike. |
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Work of Smithsonian scientists around the globe contributes to what we know about myriad subjects. |
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Creating lifelong memories of discovery for visitors
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Museums |
19 |
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Affiliate museums |
156 |
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Research centers |
9 |
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Visitors (2007) |
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Smithsonian museums |
24.2
million |
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National Zoo |
2.6
million |
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Traveling exhibitions |
5.8
million |
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Website visitors |
188.8
million |
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Collections |
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Objects, artworks and specimens |
more
than 136
million |
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