Tour the remarkable Smithsonian Institution with its newly appointed Secretary (and former Cornell president) David Skorton and CAU favorite Glenn Altschuler.

On this insider's study tour, we will enjoy a wealth of exclusive events with curators and conservators as we immerse ourselves in three of the Smithsonian's nineteen museums and nine research centers.

The National Museum of American History collects and preserves the country's political, cultural, scientific, and military artifacts, from the original Star Spangled Banner to Archie Bunker's chair. The architecturally splendid National Museum of the American Indian features objects created by native people throughout the Western Hemisphere. And the fabulous National Portrait Gallery displays paintings, sculptures, and photographs of people important to the history and culture of the country.

In site visits, lectures, and discussions, David and Glenn will reveal the many ways in which the Smithsonian shapes and reflects our collective sense of national identity.

This program is part of Cornell Adult University’s (CAU), which offers acclaimed education vacations designed and led by Cornell faculty. Programs include off-campus travel adventures and weeklong on-campus summer courses open to all, including Cornell alumni, families, and friends.

For more information and to register, visit cau.cornell.edu, e-mail cauinfo@cornell.edu, or call 607.255.6260.