“In 1996, on the occasion of the Smithsonian’s 150th anniversary, Michael Heyman, then-Secretary of the Smithsonian, announced the Smithsonian Affiliations program as one of several outreach initiatives introduced to expand the Institution’s national reach. The Affiliations program was formally approved by the Board of Regents on September 15, 1996. Today, with more than 200 Affiliate collaborators in 46 states, Panama, and Puerto Rico, the Smithsonian is able to engage communities across the nation in myriad ways. As a network, we are able to spark curiosity and learning, inspire a deeper understanding of our world, and work together to create a better tomorrow.” — SmithsonianAffiliates The St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum is proud and honored to be a Smithsonian Affiliate. Being an affiliate of a world-renown institution, such as the Smithsonian, is an incredible distinction. We congratulate the program on its 25th anniversary and are excited to be a part of it for many y...