Smithsonian Institution may be headed to London

For the first time in its 168 year history, the Smithsonian Institution may be "coming home," in a manner of speaking. Originally founded with funds from British scientist James Smithson, it has never established a longterm exhibition outside the United States. But recently unveiled plans for a new culture and arts center to be built at London’s Olympic Park site in the UK. .. Continue Reading Smithsonian Institution may be headed to London



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Tags: London, Museum, Olympics, Smithsonian



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