Smithsonian Institution National Museum of American History

National Museum of American History

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(5.1K) · History museum in Washington, United States
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Feb 28, 2025
The National Museum of American History, located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., is one of the most significant cultural institutions in the United States. It is part of the Smithsonian Ins…Full review by Farhan L
Jan 20, 2025
I spent several hours at the National Museum of American History. There is a lot to see on a wide variety of subjects. Don't miss "Entertainment Nation" which features a variety of things that ente…Full review by Robert D
Jan 4, 2025
LOCKERS -- Free lockers as soon as you walk in, arrived 11:30 and there were some available. You can bring a water bottle, lots of bottle refill stations. OVERALL - Photography allowed virtually e…Full review by SayCheese
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More Than Three Million Distinctly American …
The museum displays more than three million distinctly American artifacts, from the War of Independence to the present day. The Smiths…
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The National Museum of American History opened in 1964. In 1980, the museum was renamed the National Museum of American H…
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Take a trip back in time and explore the much celebrated American history at the National Museum of American History. Opened in 196…
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The National Museum of American History is a diverse collection of American artifacts and history. It is affiliated with the Smithsonian Ins…
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Facts

Established:1964
Located:1300 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, D.C., U.S.
Architect:McKim Mead & White
Visitors:2.1 million (2023)
Director:Anthea M. Hartig
Type:History museum

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Where do I buy tickets and what do they cost?
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No ticket required. Free entry. You will pass through security and then free to roam. They have a good app to help navigate. Enjoy it: great museum.
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Is this museum wheel chair friendly and accessible?
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Yes
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Is this museum wheel chair friendly and accessible?
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It seems possible to me- yes. Surely the museum staff would know- you can ask them.
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I am going to visit the National Mall the second week of July (Mon-Fri). I'm wondering what the lines are for entry are …
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I am going to visit the National Mall the second week of July (Mon-Fri). I'm wondering what the lines are for entry are going to be like on weekdays. Also we plan on spending entire days at the Natural History Museum and the Air and space Museum. Are there any of the museums that can be grouped together and do multiple ones in one day?
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We went in November and there wasn’t a line for this venue. Air & Space was busy and the African American one we didn’t even try it was so busy.
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How do we get from DCA airport to the Air Space Museum without renting a car ?
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Uber will cost about $45.....depending on the time of day. We did it two weeks ago in the early morning.
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