Cliffs of the Upper Colorado River, Thomas Moran, Smithsonian American Art Museum

Memorial/Honor Gifts

Is there an extraordinary person who has made a difference in your life?

Recognize those who have given so much by making a gift to the Smithsonian in their name. Gifts to the Institution made in memory or in honor of someone are listed in the Contributing Members and Friends Reception Center, which is located in the S. Dillon Ripley Center on the National Mall in Washington, DC.

Smithsonian Funding

Society Member Profile

Judy Cherwinka
Wausau, WI
"I joined the Smithson Society because of the important role the Smithsonian plays in preserving the United States’ history and culture, which is so important to human knowledge, for Americans and citizens of the world.”