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Dr. Lonnie Bunch in the Smithsonian Castle

The Secretary

Lonnie G. Bunch III is the 14th Secretary of the Smithsonian.  As Secretary, he oversees 19 museums, 21 libraries, the National Zoo, numerous research centers, and several education units and centers.

Learn more aboutThe Secretary
  • Greg Betwy in front of the Smithsonian Castle

    Greg Bettwy

    Chief of Staff to the Secretary
  • MeroĆ« Park Headshot

    Meroƫ Park

    Deputy Secretary and Chief Operating Officer
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    Under Secretary for Education
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    Ronald Cortez

    Under Secretary for Administration
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    Kevin Gover

    Under Secretary for Museums and Culture
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    Smithsonian Inspector General
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    Era L. Marshall

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    Robert J. Spiller

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    Ellen Stofan

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    Porter Wilkinson

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