Instructional Video4:41
Wonderscape

The Wright Brothers: Early Years and the Road to Flight

K - 5th
This video explores the early lives of Wilbur and Orville Wright, highlighting how their upbringing and shared curiosity led them to groundbreaking innovations in flight. From their childhood in Ohio to their passion for science and...
Instructional Video20:07
Wonderscape

History Kids: The Wright Brothers

K - 5th
In this video, students will learn about the early years of Wilbur and Orville Wright, their journey to inventing the first practical aircraft, and their impact on the world. They will explore the challenges the Wright brothers faced,...
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Washington monument and Post office tower

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Washington monument and Post office tower
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Smithsonian Kite Carnival

Pre-K - Higher Ed
People holding home made kites mill about the National Mall at the first annual Smithsonian Kite Carnival / CU array of kites all shapes and sizes / men and boys running along with kites trying to make them fly / man gets tangled in kite...
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Government Shutdown Forces Federally Funded Closures Around The Nation

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Long Shot, tour groups continue to visit the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian as it remains closed during a federal government shutdown on the National Mall October 1, 2013 in Washington, DC. Smithsonian institutions...
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Smithsonian National Zoo Re-Opens After Government Shutdown

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Mid Shot, visitors take pictures with a stuffed giant panda at the Smithsonian’s National Zoological Park. Washington, DC. October 18, 2013. National Zoo and Friends of the National Zoo staff will gather at the Connecticut Ave....
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Smithsonian National Zoo Re-Opens After Government Shutdown

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Long Shot, an Asian elephant is seen at the Elephant Outpost at the Smithsonian’s National Zoological Park. Washington, DC. October 18, 2013. National Zoo and Friends of the National Zoo staff will gather at the Connecticut Ave....
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Smithsonian National Zoo Re-Opens After Government Shutdown

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Long Shot, visitors pass by the Elephant Outpost at the Smithsonian’s National Zoological Park. Washington, DC. October 18, 2013. National Zoo and Friends of the National Zoo staff will gather at the Connecticut Ave. pedestrian gate to...
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Smithsonian National Zoo Re-Opens After Government Shutdown

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Mid Shot, zoo staff Larry Howard greets visitors at the Smithsonian’s National Zoological Park. Washington, DC. October 18, 2013. National Zoo and Friends of the National Zoo staff will gather at the Connecticut Ave. pedestrian gate to...
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Washington DC sunrise time lapse

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Washington DC sunrise time lapse
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Smithsonian National Zoo Re-Opens After Government Shutdown

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Long Shot, an African lioness is seen in the Great Cats exhibit area at the Smithsonian’s National Zoological Park. Washington, DC. October 18, 2013.National Zoo and Friends of the National Zoo staff will gather at the Connecticut Ave....
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Smithsonian National Zoo Re-Opens After Government Shutdown

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Mid Shot, zoo staff Larry Howard greets visitors at the Smithsonian’s National Zoological Park. Washington, DC. October 18, 2013. National Zoo and Friends of the National Zoo staff will gather at the Connecticut Ave. pedestrian gate to...
Stock Footage1:43
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Washingtom Mall Preparing For Bicentennial

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Washington Monument / American Revolution Bicentennial Signage / Capital Building / Panorama of Mall / Washingtom Mall Preparing For Bicentennial on April 01, 1976 in Washington, District of Columbia (Footage by Getty Images)
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Space Shuttle Discovery Media Day

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Interiors and Exteriors of Orbiter in Processing Facility being prepared for the Smithsonian Museum. Space Shuttle Discovery Media Day at Kennedy Space Center on June 21, 2011 in Cape Canaveral, Florida (Footage by Getty Images)
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WS AERIAL View of Smithsonian Castle / Washington, Dist. of Columbia, United States

Pre-K - Higher Ed
WS AERIAL View of Smithsonian Castle / Washington, Dist. of Columbia, United States
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WS AERIAL View of Smithsonian Castle / Washington, Dist. of Columbia, United States

Pre-K - Higher Ed
WS AERIAL View of Smithsonian Castle / Washington, Dist. of Columbia, United States
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Smithsonian National Zoo Re-Opens After Government Shutdown

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Long Shot, a Sumatran tiger walks in the Great Cats exhibit area at the Smithsonian’s National Zoological Park. Washington, DC. October 18, 2013. National Zoo and Friends of the National Zoo staff will gather at the Connecticut Ave....
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Smithsonian National Zoo Re-Opens After Government Shutdown

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Long Shot, an African lion is seen in the Great Cats exhibit area at the Smithsonian’s National Zoological Park. Washington, DC. October 18, 2013. National Zoo and Friends of the National Zoo staff will gather at the Connecticut Ave....
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Smithsonian National Zoo Re-Opens After Government Shutdown

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Long Shot, visitors pass by the Elephant Outpost at the Smithsonian’s National Zoological Park. Washington, DC. October 18, 2013. National Zoo and Friends of the National Zoo staff will gather at the Connecticut Ave. pedestrian gate to...
Stock Footage0:22
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Smithsonian National Zoo Re-Opens After Government Shutdown

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Mid Shot, visitors watch Asian elephants by the Elephant Outpost at the Smithsonian’s National Zoological Park. Washington, DC. October 18, 2013. National Zoo and Friends of the National Zoo staff will gather at the Connecticut Ave....
Stock Footage0:28
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Smithsonian National Zoo Re-Opens After Government Shutdown

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Long Shot, visitors pass by the Elephant Outpost at the Smithsonian’s National Zoological Park. Washington, DC. October 18, 2013. National Zoo and Friends of the National Zoo staff will gather at the Connecticut Ave. pedestrian gate to...
Stock Footage0:21
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Smithsonian National Zoo Re-Opens After Government Shutdown

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Long Shot, visitors take pictures with a stuffed giant panda at the Smithsonian’s National Zoological Park. Washington, DC. October 18, 2013. National Zoo and Friends of the National Zoo staff will gather at the Connecticut Ave....
Stock Footage0:28
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WS AERIAL ZO View of Smithsonian Castle / Washington, Dist. of Columbia, United States

Pre-K - Higher Ed
WS AERIAL ZO View of Smithsonian Castle / Washington, Dist. of Columbia, United States
News Clip2:53
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Abbott, Pitcairn, and Ray with C.8W autogiro donated to Smithsonian

Higher Ed
WS men stand on National Mall in "group photo" in front of microphone and in front of Pitcairn-Cierva Autogiro Company C.8W autogiro aircraft; Smithsonian Institution Secretary Charles Abbott in dark suit, white hair and glasses; next to...