Smithsonian Steps Out (Spotlight Smithsonian)

This fresh, fun, and innovative new series of illustrated books showcases the most famous holdings of all the Smithsonian museums. Arranged by theme, rather than by museum, readers can rummage through the rich and diverse holdings of "America's Attic" like never before in these playful, full–colour family books. Each image is accompanied by descriptions of the object's historic, scientific, or artistic significance.

This fresh, fun, and innovative new series of illustrated books showcases the most famous holdings of all the Smithsonian museums. Arranged by theme, rather than by museum, readers can rummage through the rich and diverse holdings of "America's Attic" like never before in these playful, full–colour family books. Each image is accompanied by descriptions of the object's historic, scientific, or artistic significance.

Amy Pastan is an independent writer, editor, and book producer. She is former acquisitions editor for art and humanities at the Smithsonian Institution Press. She lives in the metropolitan D.C. area.