Description A handheld Smithsonian-branded microscope for field use, classrooms, and library learning hubs. Comes with simple observation cards so users can record findings the way professional Smithsonian researchers do. Mission focus A handheld Smithsonian-branded microscope reinforces our mission of creating accessible, interactive experiences that bring history to life and invite everyone to explore, learn, and connect by giving learners a simple, portable tool to investigate the world up close, turning everyday environments into interactive discovery spaces and lowering barriers to scientific inquiry. Similarities Similar to National Geographic kids’ science tools and Celestron Kids Pocket Zoom Microscope Differentiators It stands out through its direct connection to Smithsonian archives which can provide clear and trustworthy information about whatever you are looking at under the microscope.

Description Smithsonian and AllTrails turn everyday hikes into live discovery routes. On marked trails, hikers scan signs and nearby species in the AllTrails app to ID plants and animals, unlock stories from Smithsonian collections, and see how each organism fits into wider ecosystems and conservation. Mission focus Smithsonian and AllTrails partnering to turn trails into live discovery routes reinforces our mission of creating accessible, interactive experiences that bring history to life and invite everyone to explore, learn, and connect by turning everyday hikes into interactive discovery routes that connect local species to Smithsonian research and bigger ecosystem stories. Similarities iNaturalist / Seek and eBird. Differentiators We differentiate by being trail-first and story-driven, not just an ID or data app. Competitors focus on identifying and recording what you see, but this partnership builds curated routes where each step can unlock connected stories, research insights, and collection links that tie local sightings to bigger ecosystems and conservation efforts.