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Smithsonian Sets Oct. 12 Closure If Shutdown Persists, Staying Open Through Oct. 11

Prior-year funds are keeping Smithsonian sites open through Oct. 11, with closure set for Oct. 12 if the shutdown persists.

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  • The Smithsonian said its museums, research centers, and the National Zoo will remain open through their scheduled closing time on Saturday, Oct. 11.
  • If the funding lapse continues past Oct. 11, all Smithsonian locations will close beginning Sunday, Oct. 12.
  • The institution is relying on prior-year funds to operate during the current government shutdown.
  • The National Zoo will continue essential animal care during any closure, but employees would be unpaid and the Animal Cams will be turned off as non-essential.
  • About 62% of the Smithsonian’s budget is federally funded, and Senate leaders scheduled votes Friday and potentially Monday to try to reopen the government.