Suggestions for History Museum near Washington

Jesse • August 8, 2018Incredible museum and long overdue. Check for available tickets online the morning of (at 6 I think). It can get a bit crowded, so just be prepared for that. But still 100% worth going.

Reasy M. • July 16, 2018Excellent museum. Full of history that can’t be done in one trip. Come visit in September.

Nichole B. • January 11, 2016Loved it!! Just wished they were open later considering they all close at either 5 or 5:30pm. Would be nice for them to be open later.

Kori • May 2, 2015Check out the website, they have several fun events with food, drinks, tours, etc. House is beautifully preserved.

Rebecca H. • August 10, 2014Highly recommend stopping here to see the Bill of Rights, Declaration of Independence and the Constitution!!

Kiley K. • December 9, 2016THIS PLACE IS AMAZING great gift shops and prices. Large and lots to see very fun

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!

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

SBC Social Networking • April 25, 2013Cast YOUR VOTE so this gem in the Shaw community can win part of a $1M historic site preservation grant! Vote online at www.partnersinpreservation.com, Foursquare, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.