Proceedings of the Board of Regents Meeting – January 24, 1975

Thousands of visitors from across the globe visit the Smithsonian’s museums and research centers, many of which are located right on the National Mall. Have you ever wondered how the locations of those museums are chosen and planned? Learn about the process of building on the National Mall in the minutes from the January 1975 Board of Regents meeting. Among other topics, the Board discussions the “future public uses of the Smithsonian Institution” on the Mall.