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1. www.si.edu › Museums › smithsonian-institution-buildingSmithsonian Institution Building (The Castle) | Smithsonian ...

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   About. Completed in 1855, the Castle is our signature building. The Castle closed Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2023, for its first major renovation in more than 50 years. But even when the Castle is closed, you can plan your Smithsonian visit at our Virtual Visitor Center and explore the Castle online.

2. www.si.edu › castleSmithsonian Institution Building (The Castle) | Smithsonian ...

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   Learn about the first and oldest building of the Smithsonian, which closed in 2023 for a major renovation. Explore its history, architecture, collections, and virtual events while it is closed.

3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Smithsonian_InstitutionSmithsonian Institution Building - Wikipedia

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   Coordinates: 38°53′19.49″N 77°1′33.59″W. View facing northeast, 1864. The Smithsonian Institution Building, more commonly known as the Smithsonian Castle or simply The Castle, is a building on the National Mall housing the Smithsonian Institution 's administrative offices and information center.

4. siarchives.si.edu › history › smithsonianSmithsonian Institution Building, The Castle | Smithsonian ...

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   Learn about the Castle, the first building of the Smithsonian Institution, designed by James Renwick, Jr. in the Norman style. Explore its history, architecture, functions, and landmarks, from its construction in 1855 to its current role as an administrative center.

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5. ahhp.si.edu › historic-coreRevitalization of the Historic Core | Architectural History ...

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   Jan 17, 2024 · The Smithsonian Institution Building, the “Castle,” is the Institution’s first home and its symbolic heart. The Arts and Industries Building opened in 1881 as the first home of the National Museum. Together, these two buildings comprise the Smithsonian’s Historic Core.

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7. www.sifacilities.si.edu › historic-coreSmithsonian Institution Building

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   Learn about the historic core of the Smithsonian Institution, which includes the Castle and the Arts and Industries Building. Find out how the Institution plans to restore and modernize these buildings with new systems and facilities.

8. siarchives.si.edu › smithsonian-buildingThe Smithsonian Building | Smithsonian Institution Archives

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   Learn how the Smithsonian Building, now known as the Castle, was designed by James Renwick, Jr., in a medieval revival style to fulfill the diverse functions of the Smithsonian Institution. Explore the building's features, controversies, and legacy in this interactive topic.