In 2007, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration celebrates the 200th anniversary of the Coast Survey originally charged by Thomas Jefferson to provide a “complete and accurate chart of every part of the coasts” of the United States. As part of this celebration, the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service and NOAA have produced a special poster exhibit: From Sea to Shining Sea: 200 Years of Charting America’s Coasts.

This 20-poster set explores the Coast Survey’s history, accomplishments, and scientific contributions. Richly illustrated with photos, charts, and artwork held in the Survey’s archives, these colorful posters provide a foundation for programs and exhibits about your organization’s resources and associations with boating, shipping, and maritime history.

>>Want to visit the exhibition?

RESOURCES FOR HOST VENUES:

• Poster designs (12.65 mb; downloads run from
  3-30 minutes depending on network speed)
• Exhibition script
• Host venues
• Sample press release
• Press images and logos
• Exhibitor feedback report
• Exhibitor Handbook
• Anniversary events
• From Sea to Shining Sea in the news!

Questions? Send an e-mail to fromseatoshiningsea@si.edu.

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