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National Museum of American History

National Museum of American History

History Museum
Northwest Washington, Washington
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    Josh E.
    "The exhibit for Star Spangled Banner is truly awesome."(9 Tips)
    Reggie G.
    "Great to see all of the history of this country displayed so well."(18 Tips)
    Serene A.
    "Check out the first ladies exhibit with all the inaugural gowns."(7 Tips)
    Andrea C.
    "gowns and the pop culture exhibits before the crowds."(9 Tips)
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  • The Ritz-Carlton
    The Ritz-CarltonOctober 31, 2013
    Unearth American history through 150,000+ artifacts including Lincoln’s infamous top hat, a collection of first ladies’ gowns, one of Thomas Edison’s first lightbulbs and more.
    Upvoted 1 week ago
  • Allison K.heart icon on user image
    Allison KasicJune 26, 2016
    They have Prince's guitar (yellow cloud), Ric Flair's boots, and the puffy shirt from Seinfeld. That's enough to make this the best museum ever.
  • The Onion
    The OnionOctober 30, 2010
    When on a guided tour of a history museum, at every civilization, ask whether the men of that era ever had an overpowering urge to dress as a woman and be caressed by a big, strong man.
  • Yasaman M.heart icon on user image
    Yasaman MahdianAugust 16, 2019
    Truly worth the visit! Don’t miss a corner! Very interesting and informative! It’s literally seeing American history in few hours!
  • Karenheart icon on user image
    KarenMay 29, 2022
    Absolutely amazing, inspiring, and fun museum. Do not miss the star spangled banner exhibit. Will make you shout "oh, my god!" at some point.
  • Michael G.heart icon on user image
    Michael GalusMarch 10, 2017
    This place is awesome for people of all ages! From our 18 month old, our 4 year old, and my wife and I we all had a blast. Don't forget to visit the Wegman's kids area on the 1st floor.... a must!
  • Guido G.heart icon on user image
    Guido GybelsSeptember 2, 2016
    Somewhat eclectic range of topics on US culture,history.Transport exhibit very well done. Cafetaria has more than fast food, incl. nice salads, but go during meal times otherwise many counters closed.
  • Dmtrheart icon on user image
    DmtrOctober 20, 2015
    Extremely interesting exhibition on The American Automobile industry (1st floor) & American Presidency (3rd floor). This museum and the Space one are my favorite in DC
  • Slightly P.
    Slightly PerfectAugust 17, 2017
    I can't say enough about this museum. I feel like we could have spent a day at each exhibit. Definitely check out the exhibit on human evolution. It taught my daughter a lot.
  • Brittany | @.
    This place is so great. Definitely one of the most underrated museums in D.C. It's free and there are bathrooms galore. Don't buy water out front. Go down the block and around the corner.
  • Rachel A.heart icon on user image
    Rachel AlexanderOctober 8, 2016
    So many interesting exhibits to see! Make sure you have at least two or three hours to see everything. Some pop culture exhibits were nostalgic while war exhibits were heartbreaking.
  • Andrea C.
    Andrea CAugust 11, 2014
    The best Smithsonian museum. A great variety of exhibits. Get there early and see the First Ladies' gowns and the pop culture exhibits before the crowds. Loved seeing Bob Dylan's jacket!
  • Alma L.heart icon on user image
    Alma LealAugust 13, 2016
    It's good to know that at least during the summer, this museum closes at 7 pm. This way, you can leave it as your last stop and leverage time to see some other museums.
  • Lizzie H.heart icon on user image
    Lizzie HatfieldMarch 30, 2016
    A good museum, some of the exhibits are quite old and a lot are closed / opening soon. My favourite was the presidents exhibit upstairs, and any proud American should see the star spangled banner.
  • Nela L.
    Nela LichtscheidlNovember 18, 2013
    Honestly, you could stay in here for hours. If you really like to learn when you go to museums, I recommend going alone--unless of course your friends are willing to wait for you to read EVERYTHING.
  • AFAR Media
    AFAR MediaAugust 4, 2014
    This museum charms millions of visitors with over three million artifacts and national treasures that have shaped a nascent American history and culture highlights. Read more
  • IWalked Audio Tours
    Recognized as America’s Attic, contains >3MM artifacts defining American culture. Includes George Washington’s food chest from Revolutionary War & Farah Fawcett's swimsuit! Full site history via<LINK> Read more
  • Jenna Rose R.
    Jenna Rose RobbinsNovember 15, 2013
    My family and I love pop culture and trekked all the way here to see Dorothy's Ruby Slippers and Kermit the Frog. Bonus: Nine Inch Nails' "Pretty Hate Machine" on cassette and a first-gen Walkman.
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    _November 6, 2014
    Best exhibit here are probably the transportation and technology exhibits on the first floor. Head to the third floor if you want to see what the First Ladies wore.
  • Cole T.heart icon on user image
    Cole TOctober 30, 2017
    An exhaustive, interactive and powerful examination of where we've been and what has shaped us today. Thoroughly enjoyed the exhibits on America's wars, Presidential History & the Star-Spangled Banner
  • Military Discounts Central
    So many great exhibits here! Possibly the best museum in DC that features all aspects of American history such as the military past and present, show business, entertainment, and just so much more.
  • Paola G.
    Paola GuerreroJanuary 5, 2014
    The American spirit lives on in this museum! Proud to have visited and appreciated the struggles we have endured to arrive at this point in history. God bless the USA.
  • Dwayne K.
    Dwayne KilbourneApril 15, 2013
    You can't visit the Smithsonian Museums without stopping here; almost anything and everything you can think of about our [USA] can be found here. Be sure to check out the Star Spangled Banner!
  • National Museum of American History
    Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2014: Good morning! We will open on time today but we may have to close early depending on weather conditions. Today's programs and events may be cancelled due to weather.
  • National Museum of American History
    We're open extended hours Dec. 26-30, closing at 7:30 PM. Come see our new "Puppetry in America" display featuring original Kermit and Mr. Moose.
  • Shravan A.
    Shravan ArasJuly 28, 2013
    Check out Edison's light bulb and Lincolns hat, which he wore when he was assassinated at ford theater. Look out for the "sit down" show on the 2nd floor. Power machines, american story are nice.
  • Black Family Reunions
    Black Family ReunionsMarch 27, 2016
    Photo of a moving, lifelike scene from the Vietnam War. A must see as you make your way through this museum.
  • Josh E.
    Josh E.September 30, 2014
    The exhibit for Star Spangled Banner is truly awesome. The flag that troops flew over Ft. McHenry that inspired the song is displayed and it's way cooler than it sounds.
  • Byron W.heart icon on user image
    Byron WilkesDecember 22, 2015
    Pretty interesting museum in that it has a bevy of exhibits. You should easily be able to find something of interest in U.S. history for everyone in your group.
  • National Museum of American History
    Did you know the museum has a Victory Garden? A great place to enjoy our #foodinthegarden summer series on Thursday evenings, featuring talks, tastes, and tours. http://americanhistory.si.edu
  • National Museum of American History S.
    It just arrived today! A 1964-65 Ford Mustang will be on temporary display beginning April 25, 2014, in honor of the museum's 50th anniversary and the car's.
  • Erman E.heart icon on user image
    Erman ErbakNovember 24, 2019
    200 years of USA history. That's interesting to see how these guys market their tiny history:)) well we Turks have 3000-5000 years history, so...
  • Shannon H.heart icon on user image
    Shannon HorstDecember 9, 2015
    If your near by you must stop in. It's a wonderful way to spend an afternoon and it's free to get in!
  • Nina
    NinaApril 30, 2012
    The original site of the Star Spangled Banner was awesome but it was so dizzy coming out of there. Don't be surprised if your eyes play tricks on you coming out. A lot of 3D neon effects
  • Laura S.
    Laura SwiftSeptember 16, 2013
    If you're going to spend time at any smithsonian, this is the one to go to. So much amazing history.
  • Ann O.heart icon on user image
    Ann OsipovaJune 2, 2017
    Very interesting exposition) hope to see Hip Hop Family Tree on summer 2018😜
  • Jorge P.
    Jorge PerezJune 20, 2016
    Places of invention and Food displays. Interesting to see the food processing changes over the decades and Edison /Tesla inventions. Seeing an actual EV1 was interesting. Assumed all destroyed by GM.
  • George Z.heart icon on user image
    George ZinkgrafApril 4, 2016
    Anything and everything inside of the museum. Not sure if the wasn't originally called science and technology. Has trains and model boats and presidential gowns
  • Maggie M.
    Maggie MacGDecember 23, 2015
    This museum has awesome rotating exhibits, including a civil rights exhibit a couple of years ago with the Selma lunch counter.
  • Jenny K.
    Jenny KMarch 24, 2016
    The best Smithsonian! Tons of great exhibits including Americana (Dorothy's ruby slippers, cotton gin, first telephone and lightbulb).
  • Raied F.
    Raied FarghalyAugust 18, 2018
    Great experience for all ages.
  • Chris M.
    Chris MunnsJune 17, 2016
    Some really great exhibits and a nice flow from one to the next. Expect crowds, especially of younger kids with little supervision.
  • Lisa B.heart icon on user image
    Lisa BernarducciApril 14, 2017
    We enjoyed the exhibits. Very nostalgic. Security lines were very long. We returned 2 days later when they weren't as crowded. They were extremely long the first day we went there.
  • The Transit Navigator
    The Transit NavigatorSeptember 25, 2011
    A great museum with tons to do, check out each exhibit to see the history of America in different themes. EduConcierge loves the transportation section, and the gadgets!
  • Ellie P.
    Ellie PinesAugust 29, 2014
    It's not stuffy and limited to colonial history like some museums. And they add cool new exhibits regularly enough that you'll always enjoy returning.
  • National Museum of American History
    Dorothy's ruby slippers return to exhibition on November 21. In the meantime, enjoy objects related to Celia Cruz, "the Queen of Salsa," near the Mall entrance.
  • Nichole B.heart icon on user image
    Nichole BrezinaJanuary 11, 2016
    Loved 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.
  • National Museum of American History
    Good morning! Smithsonian museums will reopen to the public today (Oct. 17) and the Smithsonian's National Zoo will reopen on Friday.
  • Marcel V.heart icon on user image
    Marcel VisserJune 12, 2016
    Everything to see from housing to transportation to the history of marketing.. A fun and educational experience.
  • HISTORY
    HISTORYApril 1, 2010
    The museum first opened in 1964, and among the items on display are the original Star-Spangled Banner and Dorothy's ruby slippers from The Wizard of Oz.
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