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Books : The Official Guide to the SmithsonianIn association with Amazon.comby: Smithsonian List Price: $12.95 Price: $10.82 You Save: $2.13 (16%)Prices subject to change. Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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Editorial Review: Product Description: The Smithsonian Instutution attracts more than 25 million visitors each year, but few realize just how vast an array of exhibits and activities are represented by the single name. Encompassing 16 museums (including two in New York) and the National Zoo, the Smithsonian's diversity invites endless exploration--and this guide puts it all at readers' fingertips. 250 color illustrations. 12 maps. Average Rating:
![]() Rating: - Monique'a reviewThe guide is in excellent condition. And if you can't go to the Smithsonian, this certainly is the second best way to visit. Rating: - Official Guide to the SmithsonianThis guide was purchased for a 12 year old who will be visiting the Smithsonian for the first time. I have visited the Smithsonian several times and feel this guide will be very helpful. Rating: - Gift item for family membersReally can't say but they were thrilled getting the book. Was a Christmas gift so haven't gotten feed back on if it has been read yet. They did love the idea as they are going to spend the summer there and wanted to spend time at the Smithsonian. Rating: - What You Would ExpectThis book is just what you would expect from the Smithsonian, 224 pages of glossy pictures that leave you wanting more. The _Guide_ starts with about 35 pages of useful information such as how to get around DC and some of the history of the Smithsonian Institution. Then comes a quick survey of the different museums starting with that favorite, the Air and Space Museum, which is the home of the Wright Brothers first flying aircraft. And don't forget the Steven F Udvar-Hazy Center at Dulles Airport ... Read More Browse for similar items by category: |
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