President Donald Trump has signed a new order that calls for signs to be placed outside the Smithsonian National Museum of American History. The move is part of his wider effort to change how American history is presented in federal museums. The new action asks the Interior Department to install temporary signs near the museum entrance. The signs will be placed along sidewalks and walkways that are managed by the National Park Service. Officials must work together to decide what the signs will say and how they will be displayed. The order marks another step in the administration's effort to reshape public history. Trump and his supporters have argued that some museum exhibits place too much attention on the nation's past failures. They believe more focus should be given to the country's founding, achievements, and major historical milestones. According to the order, the signs will tell visitors that the museum's exhibits should be updated to match findings from a recent federal report. The order also says the signs should guide visitors to other places where they can learn what it describes as more accurate information about American history. The same federal team must also prepare signs that criticize the Smithsonian for not giving enough attention to the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The administration believes that this important event should receive stronger recognition in museum displays and public programs. The White House did not provide more details about the exact wording of the planned signs. Officials also did not explain when the signs will be installed or how long they will remain outside the museum. The Smithsonian National Museum of American History did not comment on the new order. The museum has also not announced any changes to its current exhibits or future plans. Earlier this month, the museum became the focus of congressional hearings. During those hearings, lawmakers questioned museum leaders about exhibit content and the way American history is presented to visitors. Museum Director Anthea Hartig defended the institution's approach during the hearings. She said the museum celebrates important national events, including the Declaration of Independence, the American Revolution, the Constitution, and other national symbols. Hartig also said the museum presents a complete picture of the nation's history. She explained that this includes both achievements and times when the country did not fully meet its founding ideals. She said presenting the full story helps people better understand the nation's past and its continued development. The administration's concerns are supported by a recent report prepared by the White House Domestic Policy Council. The report, titled Saving America's Story, claims that the Smithsonian has moved away from presenting American history as a shared national story. The report argues that the museum has adopted an ideological approach that divides people instead of bringing them together. It says the institution should return to a presentation that celebrates the nation's shared heritage and historical achievements. Not everyone agrees with that view. The American Historical Association, which represents professional historians, recently expressed support for the Smithsonian's work. The organization praised the museum's commitment to scholarship and historical accuracy. The association said historians follow established research methods, careful evidence, and professional standards when studying and presenting history. It also warned that political involvement in museum work could weaken public trust and affect the accuracy of historical interpretation. The latest order adds to an ongoing national debate about how history should be taught and displayed in public institutions. Supporters of the administration say museums should place greater attention on America's founding principles and major successes. Others believe museums should present both the country's accomplishments and its struggles to give visitors a complete understanding of the past. For now, federal officials are preparing the required signs while questions remain about how the museum may respond. The discussion is expected to continue as the nation approaches the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, with public history likely to remain an important political issue in the months ahead.