Best Smithsonian Institution Apps &amp; Games

Augmented reality experienceVirtual portal to 1912 ParisExplore Smithsonian Open Access artifacts

Explore a virtual portal to 1912 Paris and discover artifacts from the Smithsonian's Open Access collection. This augmented reality experience immerses you in "La Belle Epoque" for an educational journey.

Accessible Exhibition Guide

Streaming text contentAudio descriptionsScreen reader compatibility

Access exhibition content through text and audio. Enter a content number to read descriptions, use a screen reader, or listen to audio recordings. Videos and images with verbal descriptions are also available.

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Sunlight on the National Mall

360° National Mall viewSun arc simulationSeasonal sun path changes

Explore the sun's path over the Smithsonian Castle in a 360° environment. Observe how its position shifts across different seasons and record your findings using the provided data sheet.

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Smithsonian Megalodon

Underwater explorationDiscover extinct speciesLearn about ancient organisms

Dive into an underwater adventure and explore the mysteries of the ocean. Discover extinct species, ancient organisms, and creatures adapted to the deep sea.

1,358 species coverageOver 5,000 imagesEnglish and Spanish interfaces

Identify tropical Eastern Pacific shore fish with this comprehensive guide. Features over 1,300 species with detailed descriptions, images, and range maps. Works offline and includes search and note-taking tools.

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Barro Colorado Adventure

Deep Time Audio Description

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Smithsonian Fossil Hall Tour

Screen Reader compatibleBackground contrastAlt text and captions

Explore the Smithsonian Fossil Hall with a self-guided audio tour designed for blind and low-vision users. Learn about evolution, ecosystems, and the interconnectedness of life from its origins to the Age of Humans. Features include screen reader compatibility, alt text, and zoomable text.

Habitat and range questionsPlant and animal focusGrade 2 life science alignment

Explore plant and animal habitats through interactive questions. This simulation aligns with a grade 2 life science module focused on finding optimal growing conditions for plants.

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Fishes: Greater Caribbean

Offline identification guide1,693 species coveredOver 8,200 images

An offline identification guide for Caribbean shore-fish. It features detailed species descriptions, over 8,200 images, and a search engine to identify fish by various characteristics. Users can also create and export observation lists.

Tibetan Buddhist Shrines

Virtual shrine room explorationArt object engagementUnderstanding Tibetan Buddhism

Explore Tibetan Buddhist art and practice within sacred spaces. This app offers virtual access to a shrine room and enhances understanding of Buddhist activities and objects.

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Chandra 20 Years & Beyond

Explore cosmic objects across wavelengthsView 11 photo albumsWatch Chandra films

Explore two decades of cosmic discoveries with this image explorer. View composite, X-ray, and optical wavelengths of wondrous objects, watch films, and zoom into detailed images. Future updates promise more insights into the universe's mysteries.

Discover and set reminders.

A Global Guide to Nutrition

Global meal planningNutritional guideline explorationBudgeting with local currency

Explore global cuisines and learn about nutrition by planning healthy meals from different countries. Meet daily nutritional needs and stay within budget while discovering diverse foods and cultural influences. This educational game is designed for both classroom and home use.

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Whale Protection Corps.

Dig for fossils with virtual toolsLearn facts about 15+ dinosaur speciesUnlock dinosaur cards with information

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Smithsonian: Dinosaurs

Digging for Dinosaurs

$3.99

Explore a prehistoric world by digging for fossils and uncovering facts about dinosaurs. Earn coins to unlock new tools and learn about over 15 dinosaur species through interactive scenes and quizzes. Develop literacy and critical thinking skills with engaging educational content.

Aquation: The Freshwater Access Game

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paid

Balance global water resourcesReact to global eventsConduct research and recruit investors

Manage global water resources by building infrastructure, conducting research, and balancing wealth. Respond to environmental events and strategic choices to solve the world's water crisis.

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