Mission and Vision
Our Mission
The increase and diffusion of knowledge.
Our Plan
Our 2027 Strategic Plan outlines the direction and priorities for the Smithsonian.
Our Vision
Through our unparalleled collections and research capabilities, and the insight and creativity we foster through art, history, and culture, the Smithsonian strives to provide Americans and the world with the tools and information they need to forge Our Shared Future.
Smithsonian 2027
The Institution’s five-year Strategic Plan launched in the winter of 2022, builds on the foundation laid by our previous Strategic Plan and outlines the Smithsonian’s aspirations, priorities, and planned impact as we continue to transform to meet the challenges and opportunities of a rapidly changing world. Our content will reach people across the world, on topics relevant to their lives, through the lens of art, history, and science, with the Smithsonian serving as an interpretative guide.