Smithsonian Open Access MCP Server for Mastra AIGive Mastra AI instant access to 3 tools to Get Content, Search Category, Search Records
GDPR Free for SubscribersMastra AI is a TypeScript-native agent framework built for modern web stacks. Connect Smithsonian Open Access through Vinkius and Mastra agents discover all tools automatically. type-safe, streaming-ready, and deployable anywhere Node.js runs.
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The Smithsonian Open Access MCP Server for Mastra AI is a standout in the Knowledge Management category — giving your AI agent 3 tools to work with, ready to go from day one.
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Geminiimport { Agent } from "@mastra/core/agent";
import { createMCPClient } from "@mastra/mcp";
import { openai } from "@ai-sdk/openai";
async function main() {
// Your Vinkius token. get it at cloud.vinkius.com
const mcpClient = await createMCPClient({
servers: {
"smithsonian-open-access": {
url: "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp",
},
},
});
const tools = await mcpClient.getTools();
const agent = new Agent({
name: "Smithsonian Open Access Agent",
instructions:
"You help users interact with Smithsonian Open Access " +
"using 3 tools.",
model: openai("gpt-4o"),
tools,
});
const result = await agent.generate(
"What can I do with Smithsonian Open Access?"
);
console.log(result.text);
}
main();
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About Smithsonian Open Access MCP Server
Connect to the Smithsonian Open Access repository and bring millions of museum records, scientific data, and historical artifacts directly into your AI workspace. This server provides programmatic access to the Smithsonian's Enterprise Digital Asset Network (EDAN).
Mastra's agent abstraction provides a clean separation between LLM logic and Smithsonian Open Access tool infrastructure. Connect 3 tools through Vinkius and use Mastra's built-in workflow engine to chain tool calls with conditional logic, retries, and parallel execution. deployable to any Node.js host in one command.
What you can do
- Global Search — Query millions of records across all Smithsonian units using the
search_recordstool to find images, specimens, and artifacts. - Detailed Metadata — Use
get_contentto retrieve comprehensive descriptions, provenance, and digital asset links for specific museum objects. - Categorized Discovery — Narrow your research to specific fields like art, history, or science using the
search_categorytool for more precise results. - Research & Education — Instantly pull primary source data for academic research, educational content, or creative projects.
The Smithsonian Open Access MCP Server exposes 3 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Mastra AI in under two minutes — credentials fully managed, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
All 3 Smithsonian Open Access tools available for Mastra AI
When Mastra AI connects to Smithsonian Open Access through Vinkius, your AI agent gets direct access to every tool listed below — spanning museum-records, digital-assets, historical-data, and more. Every call runs in a secure, isolated environment with full audit visibility. Beyond a simple connection, you get real-time monitoring of agent activity, enterprise governance, and optimized token usage.
Get content on Smithsonian Open Access
Retrieve a specific museum record by its unique identifier
Search category on Smithsonian Open Access
Search within specific categories or units
Search records on Smithsonian Open Access
Search for museum records across all Smithsonian units
Connect Smithsonian Open Access to Mastra AI via MCP
Follow these steps to wire Smithsonian Open Access into Mastra AI. The entire setup takes under two minutes — your credentials stay safe behind Vinkius.
Install dependencies
npm install @mastra/core @mastra/mcp @ai-sdk/openaiReplace the token
[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your Vinkius tokenRun the agent
agent.ts and run with npx tsx agent.tsExplore tools
Why Use Mastra AI with the Smithsonian Open Access MCP Server
Mastra AI provides unique advantages when paired with Smithsonian Open Access through the Model Context Protocol.
Mastra's agent abstraction provides a clean separation between LLM logic and tool infrastructure. add Smithsonian Open Access without touching business code
Built-in workflow engine chains MCP tool calls with conditional logic, retries, and parallel execution for complex automation
TypeScript-native: full type inference for every Smithsonian Open Access tool response with IDE autocomplete and compile-time checks
One-command deployment to any Node.js host. Vercel, Railway, Fly.io, or your own infrastructure
Smithsonian Open Access + Mastra AI Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Mastra AI combined with the Smithsonian Open Access MCP Server delivers measurable value.
Automated workflows: build multi-step agents that query Smithsonian Open Access, process results, and trigger downstream actions in a typed pipeline
SaaS integrations: embed Smithsonian Open Access as a first-class tool in your product's AI features with Mastra's clean agent API
Background jobs: schedule Mastra agents to query Smithsonian Open Access on a cron and store results in your database automatically
Multi-agent systems: create specialist agents that collaborate using Smithsonian Open Access tools alongside other MCP servers
Example Prompts for Smithsonian Open Access in Mastra AI
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Mastra AI agent to start working with Smithsonian Open Access immediately.
"Search for records related to the Apollo 11 mission."
"Get the full details for the record with ID edanmdm:nmah_1313964."
"Search for 'impressionism' within the art category."
Troubleshooting Smithsonian Open Access MCP Server with Mastra AI
Common issues when connecting Smithsonian Open Access to Mastra AI through Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
createMCPClient not exported
npm install @mastra/mcpSmithsonian Open Access + Mastra AI FAQ
Common questions about integrating Smithsonian Open Access MCP Server with Mastra AI.
How does Mastra AI connect to MCP servers?
MCPClient with the server URL and pass it to your agent. Mastra discovers all tools and makes them available with full TypeScript types.Can Mastra agents use tools from multiple servers?
Does Mastra support workflow orchestration?
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