While heading this institution, Spencer Baird had taxidermists bring in live models to display as part of his strategy to appeal to the public.
While heading this institution, Spencer Baird had taxidermists bring in live models to display as part of his strategy to appeal to the public. John Quincy Adams persuaded Congress to give this institution its initial source of funding, 105 sacks of gold sovereigns from the estate of a British bastard who never visited America. This institution hired James Renwick, Jr. to design many of its buildings, such as its headquarters, a red brick building called (*) "The Castle." Joseph Henry was the first Secretary of this institution, which has been led by a Board of Regents since its foundation in 1846. Charles Lang Freer's donation to this institution, including the Peacock Room, enabled the creation of the largest gallery of Asian art in the United States. For 10 points, identify this group of research centers and museums operated by the U.S. government.
While heading this institution, Spencer Baird had taxidermists bring in live models to display as part of his strategy to appeal to the public.
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