Explore items in the Smithsonian's collections related to 1924. In January, the first celebration of the Winter Olympics was held in Chamonix, France. The Summer Olympics followed later in the year in ...

The 1924 games saw 650,000 spectators turn out for 179 events, including painting, sculpture, and literature! This summer, over 15 million people are expected to attend. There are no longer ...

Among the athletes who have qualified from Maryland are: Paris also hosted the Olympics in 1900 and 1924. The Summer 2024 Paralympic Games, also held in Paris, will take place from Aug. 28 to Sept.