The new exhibits will celebrate U.S. history, salsa music, and artists from around the world.
With Christmas now in the past, it’s time to look forward to 2026. The new year not only brings fresh starts and resolutions, it also means plenty of new museum exhibits are coming our way. From exhibits celebrating the nation’s 250th anniversary to paintings from artists across the world, here are 19 new Smithsonian exhibits to look forward to in 2026.
African American History and Culture Museum
At the Vanguard
January 16–July 19
Explore the stories of artistry and resistance through the collections of five historically black colleges and universities. The exhibition features more than 100 objects from Clark Atlanta University, Florida A&M University, Jackson State University, Texas Southern University, and Tuskegee University that celebrate the history and future of HBCUs. 1400 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC
African Art Museum
Early Winter 2026–Summer 2026…