Smithsonian Journeys Experts

One feature that makes our programs uniquely special is our world-class Smithsonian Journeys Experts. Chosen for their charisma, expertise and affability, these men and women are the secret ingredient that turns a fine tour into an unforgettable experience. Other tour companies can take you to the most splendid sites, but in the hands of our experts, your journey will take on new meaning. Our Smithsonian Journeys Experts have dedicated entire careers to pursuing personal and professional passions. Their enthusiasm is contagious; their expert guidance consistently brings depth, excitement and substance to the travelers who join them on our tours — and that is the signature of Smithsonian Journeys. We're proud to introduce you to our stars.

To be considered as a Smithsonian Journeys Expert, submit your resume and cover letter with areas of expertise to [email protected].

All Smithsonian Experts

Debora Heard

Debora Heard is a Ph.D. Candidate in Anthropology specializing in Nubian Archaeology at the Univers…

Valerie Hedquist

Valerie Hedquist is a professor of art history at the University of Montana. She earned her Ph.D. w…

Richard Hoagland

Ambassador (ret.) Richard E. Hoagland is currently Senior Adviser and a Member of the Board of Dire…

Brenda Holland

Brenda is a friendly, fun and knowledgeable naturalist who loves being outdoors!  Brenda has b…

Jane Hooper

Jane Hooper is currently an associate professor of history at George Mason University where she tea…

Rab Houston

Professor Rab Houston was an undergraduate at St Andrews and, after six years in Cambridge as a res…

Gillian Hovell

Gillian Hovell is an ancient historian and an archaeologist. She previously worked at BBC Tele…

Sharon Hudgins

Sharon Hudgins is an award-winning author, a former university professor, and a professional journa…

Keith Huxen

Dr. Keith Huxen is a historian and Project Officer working in support of the Defense POW/MIA Accoun…

Charles Ingrao

Charlie Ingrao, a popular Smithsonian Journeys Expert, is professor emeritus of history at Purdue U…

Sara James

Sara N. James, Professor Emerita of Art History at Mary Baldwin University, combines her passion fo…

Stéphanie Jeanjean

Stéphanie Jeanjean is an art historian, curator, and translator. She currently teaches Art H…

Michael Jecks

Michael Jecks has been a professional crime writer for over 30 years and is the author of some 50 n…

Janet Duncan Jones

Janet Duncan Jones, Professor Emerita of Classics and Ancient Mediterranean Studies at Bucknell Uni…

Nicholas Jones

Nicholas R. Jones (Yale University) is the former King Juan Carlos I of Spain Center’s S…

Veronica Kalas

Veronica Kalas is an art historian and archaeologist with special expertise in the ancient through …

Alia Kate

Alia has lived and worked in half a dozen countries throughout the world, cultivating a career whic…

Robyn Keene-Young

Zimbabwean-born Robyn Keene-Young is an Emmy-nominated film producer and a widely-published travel …

Anna Kathryn Kendrick

Anna Kathryn Kendrick is a Clinical Associate Professor of Literature and Director of Global Awards…

Laura Kennedy

Laura Kennedy served almost four decades as a U.S career diplomat with much of her career spent wor…

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