HistorySmithsonian History: August 10 – on this day back in 1846 the Smithsonian Institute is Founded – Explore Smithsonian: James Smithson – The Founder of the Smithsonian Uncover the history of the crypt of the Smithsonian’s founder John Smithson and the journey of his crypt and bones to Washington, DC. Another video is below this one you might enjoy on the Smithsonian… Highlights...