As close to a dramatic feature as the Eameses ever got in this tribute commissioned for the 125th anniversary of the Smithsonian Institution. Dramatises the early history and development of the Smithsonian Institution, which began with the unusual bequest of Englishman James Smithson. Traces the growth of the Smithsonian from a small research centre and repository of museum collections to its modern position. In addition to the dramatic recreation, this film also uses paintings, sculpture and other works of art to recreate the period. Narrated by Alistair Cooke, prologue by Walter Cronkite, advice and counsel by John Houseman. Appearing are Ronald Long, Arnold Moss and Alan Napier.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
009925
Language
English
Subject categories
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Research
History → Science and civilization
History → United States - History
History → United States - History - 19th century
History → United States - History - 20th century
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Science
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Science - History
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Science and civilization
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)