Smithsonians National Museum of American History to Close for Nearly Two Years
The Smithsonians National Museum of American History announced plans on April 12, 2006 for a major architectural transformation to focus on three areas: architectural enhancements to the museums interior, constructing a state-of-the-art gallery for the Star-Spangled Banner and updating the 42-year-old buildings infrastructure (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, lighting, fire and security systems.)
To prepare for the transformation, […]