What was the source of funds that were used to establish the Smithsonian Institution?
Correct answer: Bequest from British chemist, James Smithson
LoopyLynda74
Thank you also for keeping admission free especially in a world that has starting charging for family activities, prices that for a family of four, make it difficult to afford to do multiple activities!
Syn
Spent seven days in Washington DC and many days in the malls and still did not see all the museums ! They are so worth the time and effort to go and see! Most are free to see you may have to pay for parking lol
LoverNotAFighter
The most Amazing museum in the World! We are very Blessed to have it in our great country!
JimmyLovesQL
An institution in which Washington, D.C. deservedly takes great pride.
ricki
Player #272443, I'm a DC native and love the city
Joker
Dang!! I got that wrong. Just noticed the guys name was Smithson. Also, what do we do with our points?! Can we buy anything?
Anastasia
It is truly amazing. My favorite parts are the Museum of Aviation History and the Library of Congress.
wesley
One could spend a month there and never see it all.
Brian
Went there twice in my 63 years. I think I’ll try to get back there before God take me away from here.
Vickie Apel
I love how many great people kept the although vague meaning of his will was kept going to start it going on the wonderful institution it is all through the years. I have enjoyed going to see it or parts of it the many times I've been.
Taliesin12
America owes a huge debt of thanks to James Smithson. Visited it once as a very young kid. Need to go back.
Xtine
What level are you on? 101 here.
joey
didn't know that, I'm 71 and I literally learn something new every time I play this game, how cool is that !
Vickie Apel
I wonder as it is today how long it would take someone to go seeing everything in every building? I love that it has always been free admission.
Thunderduck
I am actually related to the Smithson family through my Mother's side. Would like to go there someday...
Player #35053364
Joker, points are used to buy time if you don't answer quickly enough. Also you can buy hints if you haven't earned enough specific hints thru bonuses. Haven't figured out other uses but there must be.
HazelTwigg
Player #3602691, You can buy hints for answers, like 50/50 or majority rules at the bottom of the screen.
Player #3602691
Joker, same
ItchyHoneyBadger6455
Joker, I would like to also about points
Player Applezwork2
Reasoning if not knowing.
AwesomeAnnie7
LoopyLynda74, you actually do pay for it...its called taxes. lol!