Map on endpapers.

"The Smithsonian Institution, the largest museum complex in the world, holds more than 142 million artifacts and specimens in its trust. This colorful guide to the Smithsonian's museums and galleries and the National Zoo includes an enormous amount of pertinent information, ensuring a rewarding visit. Detailed sections present the histories of the museums and offer fully illustrated, gallery-by-gallery tours. All the practical information - location, hours, phone numbers, public transportation, services, tours, dining, gift shops, special attractions for children, Web site addresses - is included."--BOOK JACKET