Suggestions for History Museum near Washington

Katie T. • September 30, 2017Excellent museum and a lot to take in. You will need at least 2 days to see everything.

Pamela W. • November 2, 2018This place was awesome. Problem is you cannot get through the whole museum in one day. Plan to go at least 2 days. Too much to see and read.

Aniruddha M. • July 28, 2015Information warehouse for the curious mind. Highly recommend as a family outing place. Kids love it.

Rachel O. • August 8, 2014AMAZING. Definitely go see. Only $5 for a your. Beautiful Victorian mansion with so much history.

William S. • April 29, 2022Very nice museum, with some of the most important archives in history. Any history buff will enjoy. Even the Magna Carta is here!

Ann • March 25, 2015It's fun & educational. A must go spot if you are traveling with young children. Both adults and children. Will enjoy it.

kathleen w. • December 1, 2013Great tour docents! Caren Pauley is fabulously knowledgeable about the antiques and furnishings. Great space to celebrate!

Psychic S. • January 15, 2013Beautiful gowns but don't forget to check out the accessories too!

Dave L. • February 17, 2018The tour guides are very friendly and helpful as well as awesome

Laura R. • September 16, 2011GREAT tour! Guide was amazing and full of knowledge about Lincoln, the cottage and the scope of the Civil War as it unfolded during his residency here at the cottage.

Anamarie • December 12, 2012Research, education and lots of Lincoln!

Andrew L. • April 25, 2013One of the owners had the California seal imprinted into one of the rooms. Check it out!

Tamara • August 10, 2013The curator is awesome, if you have 10-15 min. to spare.

Ken H. • November 23, 2011Lincoln's tophat is here

Tiny J. • January 18, 2020So much free parking around the place. Free entry to the grounds, beautiful gardens, a great place for a picnic or just to hang out and read.

Aaron S. • May 13, 2015This was fantastic! Not much to see in the house. Originals are in Chicago. Nice feature on Abe's hat, flag, his coat.

John H. • July 16, 2015Constitution is in better shape than the declaration of independence. Be prepared for long lines on busy days. Get there early.

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Annie M. • January 25, 2014Great artwork and antiques inside! Really amazing. Staff was rude.

Rafael N. • August 5, 2018N.B.: the museum closes at 5, NOT 5:45. The latter is the closing time for the RESEARCH archives.

Reagan B. • January 13, 2017I was a little bummed, because I had read reviews online about the Persian rugs, but they didn't have any on display when I went. Only a fraction of their collection is displayed at any one time.

Chris R. • December 30, 2014Must visit, even more so as it's free and in the wonderful Dupont Circle area. Brilliant insight and interviews into the evil side of China's past and present and the dangers of a one party state.

Mark M. • March 13, 2013Every 1/2 hour they offer guided tours with a docent. I highly recommend this, you'll get much more from the experience.

John H. • July 16, 2015Lots of interesting things to see here. Give yourself between 30 minutes and an hour to see everything in the vault.

Gary R. • April 6, 2011Come here when you need a big hand.

Jeff M. • March 10, 2011Really cool exhibit filled with social media. What a great way to experience the museum.

L K. • October 1, 2016Unfortunately an absolutely incredible museum exhibit. Journaling wars through American history. Excellent piece about Vietnam in particular.

Ujji B. • December 22, 2010Best Indian Food on the go, been eating here for years & the Samosas are great! They usually have summer concerts/live musical artist but it is a touris site.