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The Quirky Ways of the Postal Service
Over the years, the mail has been delivered by train, donkey, bus, truck and even rocket
By Boaz Frankel
The Stamp Collector in Chief
A stamp collector since childhood, Franklin Roosevelt designed postage stamps to help promote his presidential agenda
By Jordan Steffen
You Have V-Mail
Victory Mail allowed servicemen during World War II to transmit letters to their loved ones back home quickly and easily
By National Postal Museum
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Abraham Lincoln: An Extraordinary Life
by Harry R. Rubenstein
For the first time, the Smithsonian is publishing its unparalleled Lincoln collection.
Smithsonian Journeys
Small Group Travel
Multiple Departure Dates
Discover the beauty of small group travel with Smithsonian Journeys – just 16 to 24 guests — guaranteed! You’ll venture beyond the highlights of each destination and go off the beaten path. With 19 fabulous itineraries to choose from, our small group escorted tours are also excellent travel value with virtually everything included in your tour price, such as international airfare. Enjoy quality accommodations, comprehensive sightseeing, and lectures by your Smithsonian Study Leader; and the expertise of a top-notch tour director. Choose a favorite destination from Europe, Asia, and Africa to South America and Australia.
Our small group vacations fill quickly. Book early to ensure your preferred departure date.
