Smithsonian artists and scholars respond to White House list of objectionable art A page published by the White House entitled “President Trump Is Right About the Smithsonian” lists exhibits, educational sites and more that the administration seems to take issue with. “As you know,” the senators wrote in part, “the Smithsonian Institution is a national treasure, and it is also a public-private partnership managed as an independent federal trust. NPR has reached out to the White House and the Smithsonian Institution for comment. ‘Founders Museum’ from White House and PragerU blurs history, AI-generated fiction Historians say it’s good to highlight America’s founders, but the project takes too narrow a view of history. Further, as you consider the appropriate response to the White House letter sent to you, we emphasize the necessity to consult closely with the Board of Regents and with Congress.