Post by Atticus Pizzaballa on Nov 21, 2024 12:48:12 GMT -5
Dear Members and Guests,
As Americans prepare for next week's Thanksgiving celebrations, our attention turns to a certain formidable fowl.
More than just a traditional holiday trimming, the turkey is an American icon. Native to our continent, turkeys were domesticated by the ancient Maya, called a respectable "Bird of Courage" by Benjamin Franklin, and have been officially pardoned by Presidents since 1989.
With their prominent place in the American landscape, plenty of turkeys have also trotted into the Smithsonian's collections! Which Smithsonian turkey matches your personality? Take the turkey quiz to find out »
Let's Talk Turkey
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Find Your Smithsonian Turkey!
The Smithsonian has over 157 million objects in its collections—including a fair number of turkeys. This Thanksgiving, find your inner Smithsonian turkey by taking our short quiz!