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.

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

Marcel V. • June 12, 2016Everything to see from housing to transportation to the history of marketing.. A fun and educational experience.

Lauren M. • August 10, 2013Very historically informative in a tasteful way. All graphic images/information is blocked off so you can make the choice of what to see. Excellent museum.

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!

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

Hilsdon Photography LLC • August 19, 2012Beautiful gardens to sit and read a book in the morning. Nice and peaceful, with some really quiet corners.

Jeremy K. • August 26, 2014Outstanding museum that will appeal to all ages and genders. Don't forget to buy some cosmonaut ice-cream in the gift shop; it's a fun novelty.

Miguel d. • May 19, 2015Supremely underrated and under appreciated. This place is awesome!!

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

Michelin Travel & Lifestyle • August 2, 2011This is where Susan B. Anthony wrote the 19th Amendment! There are also collections of political drawings by prominent cartoonists including Nina Allender. -- Green Guide Editor

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

Shannon B. • July 15, 2019Get their early.... order tickets online and you can start when you want .... they are extremely nice and good with kids

Aditya A. • December 24, 2015I would call in ahead for reservations. Very nice place

Jenn M. • April 13, 2011A fun place to take the entire family. Something for everyone.

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

Richard R. • September 7, 2014The cafe great. Museum very disappointing. Of all the great things to learn and art of our native North Americans this museum misses. Building is beautiful.

Synta K. • August 28, 2014Great spot for taking guests and children. Parking is easy and the tour is informative. Great panoramic views. nurish is a great Scandanavian restaurant to eat at afterwards.

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

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.

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.

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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.

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.