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Washington DC is getting a spectacular new attraction this summer that will inspire millions to explore the wonders of our world. The National Geographic Museum of Exploration opens June 26, 2026, with over 100,000 square feet of interactive exhibits celebrating discovery and human curiosity.
National Geographic positioned a high-resolution camera just 1,500 feet from the Artemis II launch, capturing stunning slow-motion footage that reveals details invisible to the naked eye. The footage shows blazing boosters and rolling shockwaves in jaw-dropping clarity.
Deep beneath New Mexico, bacteria colonies are surviving on water that takes 10,000 years to reach them. Scientists exploring Lechuguilla Cave discovered billions of microorganisms living in one of Earth's most extreme environments.
National Geographic and Disney are teaming up to bring families a month-long celebration of our planet's beauty through a special streaming collection. The "Step into Wonder" campaign launches this April with curated nature content designed to inspire young explorers.
After nearly 130 years of exploring our planet, National Geographic is opening a museum where visitors can experience the wonder of discovery firsthand. The Museum of Exploration opens June 26 in Washington D.C., bringing archives and cutting-edge technology together to inspire the next generation.
Actor Harrison Ford has been recognized as one of National Geographic's 33 changemakers for his tireless work protecting biodiversity and wild spaces. The honor celebrates leaders making meaningful progress on the planet's most critical environmental challenges.
Actress and activist Shailene Woodley is championing international agreements to legally protect our oceans. National Geographic named her one of 33 changemakers tackling the world's most critical challenges. ---
Indiana Jones actor Harrison Ford just earned recognition for his biggest role yet: planet protector. National Geographic named the Hollywood legend one of 33 changemakers tackling Earth's most critical challenges.
National Geographic captured the incredible moment when beehives wake up for spring and veteran bees begin training the next generation of workers. The intimate footage reveals a sophisticated mentoring system that keeps these vital pollinators thriving.
Legendary filmmaker Werner Herzog documents a scientific expedition into Angola's remote highlands to find elephants no human has ever seen. The new National Geographic documentary explores myth, conservation, and Africa's last wild frontiers.
National Geographic's food explorer Mark Wiens just released a stunning 24-hour journey through Dakar, Senegal, celebrating the West African nation's incredible cuisine and legendary hospitality. The video is introducing millions of viewers to one of Africa's most welcoming food cultures. --- ##
National Geographic spent three years filming inside a single beehive with special cameras, capturing never-before-seen footage of how bees live, build, and think. The new series celebrates the tiny architects who pollinate one-third of our food.
Two young Portuguese entrepreneurs built an autonomous robot from recycled materials that can plant 200 trees per hour in areas devastated by wildfires. The innovation achieves an 85% tree survival rate and just became Portugal's first National Geographic-recognized startup in environmental tech.
After a decade-long search, a National Geographic explorer may have finally found proof of a mysterious elephant herd long thought to be legend in Angola's remote highlands. Werner Herzog's new documentary captures the epic journey.
Joel Sartore is racing against time to photograph every animal species in human care, creating portraits that make a mouse as captivating as an elephant. His National Geographic Photo Ark has documented over 17,000 species in nearly 20 years, inspiring everyday people to protect wildlife starting in their own backyards.
National Geographic's "Limitless" series isn't just entertaining viewers. It's actually helping real people improve their daily lives and mindsets during health challenges.
Actor and explorer Will Smith just completed an epic adventure spanning seven continents from pole to pole, and the series is now available to watch. The National Geographic documentary captures Smith's journey discovering hidden wonders and incredible landscapes across our planet.
Top Chef champion Kristen Kish traveled to a remote Maine island to help Turner Farm's new chef blend Southern flavors with classic New England barn suppers. The National Geographic show "Restaurants at the End of the World" captures how culinary creativity is bringing new energy to island farming communities.