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Crate & Kids Teams with Smithsonian Institution for Collection
July 18,
2024 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
Crate & Kids and the Smithsonian Institution are teaming up to create an awe-inspiring line of children's decor and bedroom furnishings focused on space exploration. From bedding featuring art displayed at the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum to moon-inspired lighting, the new line merges archival images with chic design to bring the wonder of the solar system to kids' bedrooms.
"We're thrilled to be partnering with the Smithsonian to launch a collection inspired by the growing interest in space exploration that is meant to spark curiosity and imagination," said Alicia Waters, President of Crate & Barrel and Crate & Kids. "The entire collection is based on iconic space imagery guaranteed to bring out your child's inner explorer."
The Smithsonian Collection for Crate & Kids draws influence from key moments in space exploration. Product highlights include the Space Shuttle Stitch Quilt embroidered with space shuttle details, a duvet cover inspired by the Apollo 11 mission and Earth, Rocket and Lift-Off pillows. Straight from archives of the Smithsonian, the collection also features framed photography of the Apollo 14 Pressure Suit and an X-ray view of a test Gemini Helmet to create a perfect environment for curious cadets.
The new collection also marks the launch of the Crate & Kids Space Shop, a dedicated place to shop pieces from the Smithsonian Collection in addition to other star, planet and space-themed pieces from Crate & Kids.
The Smithsonian Collection features a total of 44 new, exclusive pieces, starting at $30 and can be found in-store and online only at Crate & Kids. Customers can use the complimentary Crate & Kids Design Desk services available online and in-stores to help spark imagination and bring the Smithsonian Collection for Crate & Kids to life in any bedroom, playroom or space for children.