Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum Unveils Digital Catalog

A collection of over 200,000 pieces.

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Founded in 1896, Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum has amassed a collection that explores the evolution of design. As of now, you will be able to access the digital catalog, representing 90% of their full, and growing collection. The catalog exists as an ongoing documentation of design from around the world, featuring extensive history and analysis about the pieces. Head over to the Cooper Hewitt website now to pick through categories as broken down by country, period, colors, people — or  just make sure to keep your eye on the ‘Object of the day‘.

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