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- ASmithsonian National Museum of Natural History10th Street and Constitution Ave, Washington, DC · (202) 633-1000
- BNational Museum of African American History and Culture1400 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC · (844) 750-3012
- CNational Museum of American History1400 Constitution Ave NW, Between 12th and 14th Street, Washington, DC · (202) 633-1000
Welcome to American History. The museum's world class collections help tell the complex history of our nation. We are located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Open today 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Plan Your Visit. Explore Sports and Innovation.
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The Archives Center holds more than 1,500 collections...
- African American History
Podcasts. The museum's newest podcast series, Collected, is...
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- Infectious Disease History
Infectious disease, and our response to it, has shaped...
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LGBTQ+ history is a part of American history that the museum...
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The museum is open every day of the year except December 25 and admission is always free. Regular hours are 10 a.m. 5:30 p.m., but the museum stays open until 7:30 p.m. during its extended spring and summer hours.
The easiest way to get there is via Metrorail or Metrobus. The closest Metro stop is Smithsonian, on the Blue, Orange and Silver lines. The 32, 34 and 36 Metrobus routes will all take you to the National Mall, where you can explore the iconic monuments and memorials after youve gotten your full dose of American history. The facility is handicap-acc...
Another treasured item on display is the top hat worn by President Abraham Lincoln on the fateful night of April 14, 1865, when he set off to Fords Theatre and was later assassinated in by John Wilkes Booth. Lincolns hat is among a number of presidential relics that each tell a story in an exhibit entitled The American Presidency: A Glorious Burden...
This 750,000 square-foot museum contains much more than presidential artifacts. The women who stood by the side of our nations leaders are memorialized in The First Ladies, which boasts more than two dozen gowns, fine china and other furnishings. And dont forget to click your heels over to the aforementioned ruby slippers found in the American Stor...
Marvel at the home kitchen of fine-cooking darling Julia Child, whose workshop is a part of the FOOD: Transforming Americas Table 1950-2000exhibit, which delves into the evolution of eating in America thanks to new technologies, forward-thinkers and social and cultural shifts. The evolution of American transportation and business are also given the...
Kids will love Wegmans Wonderplace, an exhibit designed specifically for children ages 6 and under. The space includes interactive exhibits and hands-on activities that are sure to get their minds acquainted with our countrys vibrant history.
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The National Museum of American History showcases national treasures, like the Star-Spangled Banner and special exhibits on girlhood and religion.
This is a terrific museum that explores American history through many different lenses, from military engagements and the presidency, to popular culture and food. These stories are told through the Smithsonian's incredible collections of artifacts.
