Stretching from the United States Capitol to the Washington Monument, the Mall is covered by tents holding events to celebrate the event. This aerial was taken Saturday morning, August 10, when the crowd was just beghinning to gather in front of the Smithsonian Castle for the opening ceremonies.(Smithsonian Photo by Jeff Tinsley)
Smithsonian Secretary I. Michael Heyman addresses the audience in front of the Smithsonian Castle during the opening ceremonies for the 150th Anniversary Celebration on the Mall. Next to Heyman is a blow-up of one side of the commemorative gold coin issued in honor of the anniversary. (Smithsonian Photo by Richard Strauss)
Manuel Melendez of the Smithsonian sings America The Beautiful at the opening ceremonies in front of the Smithsonian Castle.(Smithsonian Photo by Beth Laakso)
Many of the visitors to the Mall during the celebration took advantage of the opportunity to become Smithsonian members.
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