SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: SI 1.1:date SERIES TITLE: Smithsonian Year ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: The Smithsonian Institution FREQUENCY: Annual YEARS PUBLISHED: 1879- DESCRIPTION: Yearbook of the Smithsonian Institution, describing all the Institution's major activities and developments during the previous year. The first section of the yearbook is devoted to listings of personnel, acknowledgement of benefactors, and financial accounting. The second section includes articles covering an array of interests in the arts and sciences. Until 1985, these articles were scholarly in nature. At this time, the yearbook was reduced from 800 to 250 pages, and the format of this publication became more casual. Includes photographs and charts. USES: Informs members of the Smithsonian Institution and the general public about activities of the Smithsonian Institution. RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Smithsonian Contributions to Knowledge SI 1.6: vol.nos. & nos. Explorations and Field Work of the Smithsonian Institution SI 1.13:date INDEXED IN: ISSN: 0190-714X AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: No OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: STUDENT NAMES: Jim Lawson, Kristine Stephens, Bruce Thompson
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: SI 1.12/2
SERIES TITLE: Smithsonian Contributions to Astrophysics
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: The Smithsonian Institution
FREQUENCY: Irregular
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1956-
DESCRIPTION: Reports results of research at the
Astrophysical Observatory of the Smithsonian Institution.
Particular emphasis is placed on the problems of the
sun, earth, and solar system. Some issues include
tables, charts, and photographs.
USES: This publication is most appropriate for astrophysics
students; its language is rather technical, so the general
public may not have much use for this work.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS:
INDEXED IN: Chemical Abstracts
International Aerospace Abstracts
ISSN: 0081-0231
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: No
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES: Mary Morris
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: SI 1.20: vol.nos. & nos. SERIES TITLE: Handbook of North American Indians ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: The Smithsonian Institution FREQUENCY: Irregular YEARS PUBLISHED: 1978- DESCRIPTION: Encyclopedic summary of the prehistory, history, and cultures of all Native Americans who lived north of the urban civilizations of central Mexico. This includes the peoples of northern Mexico, the continental United States, Canada, Alaska, Greenland, and parts of Siberia. Essays are written by anthropologists and historians, are illustrated with maps, drawings, and photographs and include bibliographies. Includes index. USES: A useful source for university students, professors, researchers, and anyone interested in Native American history or culture. RELATED PUBLICATIONS: INDEXED IN: GPO Monthly Catalog ISSN: AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: No OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: STUDENT NAMES: Michael Evans, Steven Smith
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: SI 1.23:nos. SERIES TITLE: The Smithsonian Journal of History ORIGINATING DEPT./AGENCY: The Smithsonian Institution FREQUENCY: Quarterly YEARS PUBLISHED: 1966-1969 DESCRIPTION: Collects and published articles on any subject or concentration of history. Tends to focus on American history. Issues are typically 100-200 pages with 2-4 articles and 4-6 short "notes." Includes clear and abundant illustrations and photographs. Comparable to National Geographic in terms of intended audience and coverage of topics. USES: May appeal to both high school history students and adult members of the general public with an interest in history. Could be used by high school history teachers to supplement lessons. RELATED PUBLICATIONS: INDEXED IN: ISSN: AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMAT: OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: Available by subscription only and not distributed to depository libraries except by special request. STUDENT NAMES: Jennie Williamson
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: SI 1.25:nos.
SERIES TITLE: Atoll Research Bulletin
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: The Smithsonian Institution
FREQUENCY: Irregular
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1951-
DESCRIPTION: Provides information on the plants and animals
currently inhabiting tropical islands and reefs and
on the environments of these areas. Each issue
contains several research articles on a specific
topic related to this area.
USES: Of interest to anyone interested in studies of
tropical reefs. Of particular interest to marine biologists
specializing in this area.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS:
INDEXED IN: Biological Abstracts
GeoRef
ISSN: 0077-5630
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: No
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES: Susan Williams
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: SI 1.26
SERIES TITLE: Smithsonian Contributions to the Earth
Sciences
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: The Smithsonian Institution
FREQUENCY: Irregular
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1969-
DESCRIPTION: Contains reports of original basic research in
the earth sciences. Subject fields include meteoritics,
mineralogy, physical oceanography, and geology.
Reports are from the various museums and bureaus of
the Smithsonian Institution and from others in the
scientific and scholastic community.
USES: Useful to scholars and scientists in the earth
sciences. Due to the technical nature of these reports, this
is not a very useful source for the general public.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS:
Smithsonian Contributions to Botany
SI 1.29
Smithsonian Contributions to the Marine Sciences
SI 1.41
INDEXED IN: Biological Abstracts
Deep Sea Research and Oceanography Abstracts
GeoRef
Meterological and Geoastrophysics Abstracts
ISSN: 0081-0274
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: No
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES: Gene Ruffin, Charles Wells
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: SI 1.28:nos. SERIES TITLE: Smithsonian Studies in History and Technology ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: The Smithsonian Institution FREQUENCY: Irregular YEARS PUBLISHED: 1969- DESCRIPTION: Scholarly descriptions and interpretations of material artifact collections, Most issues highlight parts of the collections and ongoing research of the Smithsonian National Museum of History and Technology. An extremely broad range of subjects and material types is covered. Includes essays, abstracts, bibliographies, and indexes. USES: An excellent source for the scholar of American history-- of particular use to scholars of technological history. RELATED PUBLICATIONS: INDEXED IN: ISSN: 0081-0258 AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: STUDENT NAMES: Rebecca Parrish Tellford, Fran Tracy, Charles Wells
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: SI 1.29: SERIES TITLE: Smithsonian Contributions to Botany ORIGINATING DEPT./AGENCY: The Smithsonian Institution FREQUENCY: Irregular YEARS PUBLISHED: 1969- DESCRIPTION: Highly technical journal for taxonomists and other scholars of botany. Each issue focuses on a specific topic -- typically one family or genus and and occasionally on botanical exploration or a related topic. Few illustrations -- generally hand-drawn plant identification sketches. USES: Taxonomists and others who want to keep abreast of developments in botanical investigation would value this source. Also useful for post-graduate botany programs and in research laboratories. RELATED PUBLICATIONS: INDEXED IN: Biological Abstracts Ecology Abstracts Forest Product Abstracts Forestry Abstracts Geology Abstracts ISSN: 0081-024X AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMAT: OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: STUDENT NAMES: Jennie Williamson
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: SI 1.30:nos. SERIES TITLE: Smithsonian Contributions to Paleobiology ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: The Smithsonian Institution FREQUENCY: Irregular YEARS PUBLISHED: 1969- DESCRIPTION: Reports original research in paleobiology by scientists in the National Museum of Natural History. Contains abstracts, bibliographies, and illustrations. USES: Valuable for researchers in the field of paleobiology. RELATED PUBLICATIONS: INDEXED IN: Biological Abstracts ISSN: AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: Available in microform OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: STUDENT NAMES: Fran Tracy, Priscilla Wentworth
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: SI 1.33:nos. SERIES TITLE: Smithsonian Contributions to Anthropology ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: The Smithsonian Institution FREQUENCY: Irregular YEARS PUBLISHED: 1965- DESCRIPTION: Communicates original research on biological factors and cultural activities of ethnic and tribal groups. Issues include tables, illustrations, maps, bibliographies, and abstracts of essays. USES: A valuable resource for the anthropologist. This series adds significantly to the history and methodology in this field, and often serves as a reference work and guide to interpret conditions encountered in the course on field research. RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Smithsonian Miscellaneous Collection SI 1.7 Institute of Social Anthropology Publications SI 1.16:nos. Smithsonian Anthropological Bibliographies SI 1.17.3:nos Bureau of American Ethnology Bulletins SI 2.3:nos. INDEXED IN: GPO Monthly Catalog ISSN: AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: Available in microform OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: Supersedes Bureau of American Ethnology Bulletins. STUDENT NAMES: Steven Smith, Fran Tracy
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: SI 1.36: nos. SERIES TITLE: RIF (Reading is Fundamental) Newsletter ORIGINATING DEPT./AGENCY: The Smithsonian Institution/ Reading Is Fundamental, Inc. FREQUENCY: Quarterly YEARS PUBLISHED: 1971- DESCRIPTION: Describes and discusses projects, reports, and other activities of the RIF organization, which focuses on encouraging young people to read. USES: Teachers and other professional interested in reading as a discipline will find the newsletter useful in keeping up to date on current RIF programs and approaches. Also useful for the general researched in the field for information on current reading trends. RELATED PUBLICATIONS: RIF Book Supplier Profile. SI 1.36/2: INDEXED IN: ERIC ISSN: 0364-8389 AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMAT: OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: Back issues available from RIF. STUDENT NAMES: Charles Wells
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: SI 1.42:nos. SERIES TITLE: Smithsonian Studies in Air and Space ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: The Smithsonian Institution FREQUENCY: Irregular YEARS PUBLISHED: 1977- DESCRIPTION: Articles on the history of air and space flight and planetary exploration. Also discusses current research in flight technology. Some issues include maps, illustrations, and tables. All issues contain bibliographical references. USES: Appeals both to members of the general public with an interest in aerospace technology and to scholars in the aerospace field. RELATED PUBLICATIONS: NDEXED IN: GPO Monthly Catalog ISSN: AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: Available in microform OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: STUDENT NAMES: Fran Tracy
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: SI 1.43:nos.
SERIES TITLE: Smithsonian Folklife Studies
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: The Smithsonian Institution
FREQUENCY: Irregular
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1978-
DESCRIPTION: Records aspects of folklife practiced in
different cultures. American folklife is the primary, but
not exclusive, focus of this series. each study is
produced in two formats: a monograph and a film.
Monographs are generously illustrated with
photographs and drawings.
USES: Of interest to any member of the general public with
an interest in folklife.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Festival of American Folklife
SI 1.43/2:date
INDEXED IN:
ISSN:
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: No
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES: Simon Coultas
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: SI 1.44:date SERIES TITLE: Smithsonian Opportunities for Research and Study in History, Art, Science ORIGINATING DEPT./AGENCY: The Smithsonian Institution FREQUENCY: Biennial YEARS PUBLISHED: 1972- DESCRIPTION: Guide which explains what types of research are currently underway or being planned at the Smithsoniana. Delineates the compass of the collections, discusses relevant publications and lectures, lists grant opportunites, described facilities and explaines research opportunities. Lists all current research staff and their credentials. Lists criteria for all available fellowships and opportunities (including whether or not a stipend is offered), duration of positions, and contact people's addresses and telephone numbers. USES: Scholars, scientists, and students interested in an internship or fellowship with the Smithsonian can use this source to uncover the important characteristics of each opportunity's collection, grants, and current research focus. RELATED PUBLICATIONS: INDEXED IN: ISSN: AVAILABLE IN OTHER FORMATS: MICROFORM: Yes MACHINE READABLE FORMAT: No INTERNET: No OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: STUDENT NAMES: Terre Blodgett
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: SI 2.3:nos. SERIES TITLE: Bureau of Ethnology Bulletins ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: The Smithsonian Institution/ Bureau of American Enthonology FREQUENCY: Irregular YEARS PUBLISHED: 1887-1971 DESCRIPTION: Published current research on ethnology,archeology, and anthropology, with emphasis on the history, customs, and culture of Native Americans. USES: An excellent historical source for anthropologists. RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Smithsonian Contributions to Anthropology SI 1.33:nos. INDEXED IN: GPO Monthly Catalog ISSN: AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: No OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: Superseded by Smithsonian Contributions to Anthropology. STUDENT NAMES: Jane Tuttle
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: SI 3.3 SERIES TITLE: Bulletin of the United States National Museum ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: The Smithsonian Institution FREQUENCY: Irregular YEARS PUBLISHED: 1875-1970 DESCRIPTION: Published technical articles illustrating the collections of the National Museum. Discussed new research in the fields of anthropology, biology, botany, geology, history, and technology. Unlike current Smithsonian publications, these bulletins were centered around the museum itself, rather than around the subjects discussed. USES: Excellent source for the scientist performing historical research, as these bulletins published the findings of many important discoveries in these fields. RELATED PUBLICATIONS: INDEXED IN: ISSN: AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: No OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: STUDENT NAMES: Jane Tuttle
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: SI 6.2:CT SERIES TITLE: National Museum of American Art: Catalogs, Etc. ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: The Smithsonian Institution FREQUENCY: Irregular YEARS PUBLISHED: 1980- DESCRIPTION: Documents in this series have been issued mainly to accompany exhibitions at the National Museum. Form varies widely from exhibitions catalogs to maps of single collections to general brochures on the Museum's programs. USES: Introduces general public to the National Museum and/or the background of a particular exhibit. RELATED PUBLICATIONS: INDEXED IN: ISSN: AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: STUDENT NAMES: Patrick Calhoun
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: SI 8.2: Ex 8/2/date SERIES TITLE: National Gallery of Art Extension Programs ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: The Smithsonian Institution FREQUENCY: Irregular YEARS PUBLISHED: 1981- DESCRIPTION: Catalog of wide range of education materials designed to make the National Gallery's collections available to people who cannot visit the Gallery itself. Catalogs include descriptions of such materials as color slide lectures with recordings, 16 mm films, videocassettes, and traveling exhibits. USES: An excellent source for schools, colleges, universities, libraries, museums, or community centers. RELATED PUBLICATIONS: INDEXED IN: GPO Monthly Catalog ISSN: AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: No OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: STUDENT NAMES: Sallie Clarkson
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: SI 8.11:date SERIES TITLE: Film Calendar ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: The Smithsonian Institution/ National Gallery of Art FREQUENCY: Quarterly YEARS PUBLISHED: 1986- DESCRIPTION: Calendar of films to be shown at the National Gallery of Art. Provides excellent descriptions of films. Includes photographs. USES: Of interest to the general public and fine arts professionals. RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Calendar of Events SI 8.11/2:date National Portrait Gallery Calendar of Events SI 11.15:date National Museum of African Art SI 14.15:date INDEXED IN: GPO Monthly Catalog ISSN: AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: No OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: STUDENT NAMES: Martha Lott
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: SI 11.15:nos.
SERIES TITLE: The National Portrait Gallery Calendar of
Events
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: The Smithsonian Institution
FREQUENCY: Quarterly
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1986-
DESCRIPTION: Calendar of lectures, exhibits, and films to be
presented at the National Portrait Gallery.
Provides descriptions of Gallery events as well as
new publications for sale in the Gallery's shop.
Provides address, hours of service, admission
information, dates, times, and duration for events.
USES: Of interest to the general public and fine arts
professionals.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Film Calendar
SI 8.11
INDEXED IN: GPO Monthly Catalog
ISSN:
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: No
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES: Martha Lott, Kimberly Morrill
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: SI 14.15: SERIES TITLE: National Museum of African Art Calendar of Exhibitions and Programs ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: The Smithsonian Institution FREQUENCY: Quarterly YEARS PUBLISHED: 1986- DESCRIPTION: A calendar and detailed description of a variety of events scheduled at the National Museum of African Art, including exhibitions, recent acquisitions, lectures, workshops, and films. USES: Of interest to the general public as well as the fine arts community. RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Film Calendar SI 8.11:date National Portrait Gallery Calendar of Events SI 11.15: INDEXED IN: GPO Monthly Catalog ISSN: AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: No OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: STUDENT NAMES: Martha Lott