One Nation, Many Stories
Explore the stories of America.
From coast to coast, you’ll find places to see, visit, and discover America’s history, people, and places.
Designed for curious learners of all ages, this is your gateway to exploring America in ways that feel real, visual, and memorable.
See America
From live webcams to virtual field trips, explore some of America’s most iconic places (and a few new ones) right from your screen.
More Ways to Explore America
Taste America
A taste of America’s food culture.
- America & Food — What’s changed since the mid-20th century & why? Explore the Smithsonian’s exhibit.
- Fairs = food, at least in my Midwestern childhood. Make iconic fair foods at home with this recipe round-up.
- What makes New Orleans a hub of unique food? Stories & recipes from the Big Easy.
- PBS’s The Great American Recipe is a fun cooking competition.
Wander America
Interesting corners of America that don’t quite fit anywhere else.
- Create your own fireworks show over famous American landmarks
- The grocery store shelves are full of America 250 versions of your favorite snacks & foods.
- Do you love curiosities & quirky finds? Atlas Obscura specializes in just that. Check out their spotlights & guides in the U.S.
- Find someplace nearby in this list of 250 Places to Celebrate America from the Smithsonian Magazine.
Hear America
the music
- American Jazz Museum
- Country Music Hall of Fame
- Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
- Kennedy Center Digital Stage
- Roots of American Music via Smithsonian Folkways
- GRAMMY Museum
- Folkstreams