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Smithsonian Magazine Photo Winners

by Jon on August 6th, 2007

Smithsonian magazine asked its readers to submit personal photographs to their 4th annual photo contest.  The competition covers 5 categories – nature, travel, Americana, people, and images that have been altered or manipulated.

Indian Begger - photo by Exra MillsteinAnts - photo by Teng Wei

Of the almost 8,500 submitted from across the U.S. and 85 nations,  the top 27 are on display at the Smithsonian Castle (officially called the Smithsonian Information Center), including the grand prize winner and the winners of each category.

Canyonlands Nat'l. Park - Utah - photo by Diane Kroupa

The “Castle” as it’s called, opened 15 years before the start of the Civil War, when the Smithsonian Institution consisted of only a single red sandstone building that resembled a medieval fortress.

For first time Smithsonian’s visitors, there’s a free 18-minute orientation video on history and museums of the Smithsonian Institution.

Monk with Camera - photo by Paul Hilts

Through Our Reader’s Eyes: Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Winners
Smithsonian Castle
1000 Jefferson Drive, SW
Washington , DC 20560

Dates and Times - Daily, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., through November 2007

Tickets - Admission is free.

Nearest Metro Subway Station - Smithsonian Station - line, use the Mall exit
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POSTED IN: Freebies - Free or No Cost, Museums, Photos

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