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The Smithsonian erased more than a queer Cuban artist's AIDS artwork

By omitting the tragic story behind Felix González-Torres "Untitled" (Portrait of Ross in L.A.), the National Portrait Gallery is setting a perilous precedent, warns art scholar Ignacio Darnaude.

The Bullhorn of Harvey Milk and Cleve Jones Displayed at Smithsonian

One of the most familiar emblems from the early days of the gay rights movement is now in the Smithsonian Museum: Harvey Milk’s bullhorn.

Cher Saves 'World's Loneliest Elephant' in New Smithsonian Documentary

In Cher & The Loneliest Elephant, the gay icon joins an animal rescue operation and shines a spotlight on conservation.

Smithsonian Cancels AAPI Literature Festival Leaving Trans Authors Upset

Organizers say they expect a more forthcoming answer about why the event, which included a trans and nonbinary reading room, was suddenly scrapped.

The Ruby Slippers sold for $32M had been stolen & lost for 13 years

Judy Garland's Ruby Slippers from The Wizard of Oz went missing for over a decade. Now, they've been sold for $32 million at an auction.

Marlene Dietrich Celebrated as a Bi Immigrant in Smithsonian TV Series

See the bisexual star of Old Hollywood like never before on the Smithsonian Channel's America in Color.

Smithsonian puts artifacts from activist Frank Kameny on display

A collection of artifacts from renowned gay activist Frank Kameny is now on display in the Smithsonian National Museum of American History in Washington, D.C.

Hear What Barack Had to Say After Seeing Michelle's Smithsonian Portrait

The Obamas adored their portraits, which were created by Amy Sherald and queer artist Kehinde Wiley. 

Smithsonian responds after report of ending long-held drag shows following Republican angst (exclusive)

Reports found drag shows disappeared from the Smithsonian's calendar after institution leader Lonnie Bunch told House Republicans he'd "look into" them. Here's what really happened.

The Smithsonian's Queer Collection

Our nation's history is more fully explored in the new acquisition of objects of LGBT significance.

What's Gay About the Smithsonian's African-American Museum? A Lot

From art to protest, the inextricable ties between black life and LGBT life are an "integral part" of the new Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture.