Culture briefing
Food and music lead Smithsonian’s community story series
The Smithsonian announced its five-part Rhythms, Roots, Recipes series on 26 August 2026.
United States · Culture & community
Local arts, language, heritage and daily life. Each briefing includes the source date, evidence, interpretation and remaining uncertainty. Cultural background and past events are labelled; this is not a live event calendar.
Culture briefing
Folklife’s 2026 programme moves beyond Washington
The Festival of Festivals programme links regional cultural gatherings across the United States.
Culture briefing
Humanities councils bring generations into conversation
The Smithsonian’s By the People programme includes participation from 51 humanities councils.