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National Museum of American History
History Museum
Northwest Washington, Washington
Has a stamp of approval from Michelin Travel & Lifestyle and AFAR Media
"The exhibit for Star Spangled Banner is truly awesome."(9 Tips)
"Great to see all of the history of this country displayed so well."(18 Tips)
"Check out the first ladies exhibit with all the inaugural gowns."(7 Tips)
"gowns and the pop culture exhibits before the crowds."(9 Tips)
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Jake SmithMay 19, 2014They have the Golden Spike from the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad! Try to find it!
Alex Lazo VasquezAugust 22, 2014The comic exhibit is awesome. Great place for kids and adults alike.
DC Preservation LeagueMay 11, 2011Opened in 1964 and is one of the last one of the last structures designed by the renowned architectural firm of McKim, Mead and White. Within the National Mall Historic District.
Andrea CarnesMarch 19, 2016Love this place. Make sure you give yourself plenty of time. There is SO MUCH to see!
- Reggie GulleyFebruary 26, 2016Excellent museum. Great to see all of the history of this country displayed so well.
National Museum of American HistoryJuly 8, 2014Did you know the museum has a Victory Garden? In September 2014, enjoy #foodinthegarden on Thursday nights. Read more
TLCJune 2, 2010Recently renovated and FREE (like all Smithsonian museums), our favorite stops are the World War II exhibit and Julia Child's kitchen and...
Megan LuffNovember 26, 2017Loved the East 1 and Center 3 sections. Free entry. Wish I had more time to spend there!
RachelApril 14, 2015One of the best museums in DC! The original star spangled banner is not to be missed!
Aniruddha MandkeJuly 28, 2015Information warehouse for the curious mind. Highly recommend as a family outing place. Kids love it.
Doug WMarch 4, 2017You really need to take two trips to take it all in. It really covers the whole gamut of American history.
Michael WhelanNovember 17, 2010The Spirit of St. Louis, which Charles Linberg flew as the first air flight from the United States across the Atlantic to Paris, is always something incredible. It is very small.In The Air and Space M
Krista ApplemanFebruary 14, 2011If you want no crowds come in February. No lines and you can take your time. Otherwise, get there as early as possible and start at the flag then go to the top and work your way down!
Anna FaderNovember 28, 2015More of an archive of famous items than a real history of America. Wish it were more substantive.
Michelin Travel & LifestyleAugust 2, 2011The hands-on invention center and Treasures of American Culture are particularly popular with kids. Also, don't miss the Star-Spangled Banner! -- Green Guide Editor
Aaron SmithMay 13, 2015They could do so much more. Don't miss it though. Check out the Ruby Slippers and Abe Lincoln's hat.
Lisa ComentoAugust 15, 2014My first time here and love being able to volunteer for the sleepover!! Working the food history wing!
Shannon M.April 24, 2013Hit the second floor for pop culture stuff. If you have little boys they'll love the trains and car displays on the first floor
- Amy Grambow-PytlikJune 28, 2013Great place to visit! So many awesome things to see except a lot of it was closed for renovations.
- National Museum of American HistoryAugust 24, 2012Today (Aug 24) is the final day of our summer museum theater program The Time Trial of John Brown. Performances are in the Price of Freedom Theater on 3 East today at 11am, 1pm, 2:30pm, and 4pm.
- Dara FisherDecember 26, 2012My favorite Smithsonian museum hands-down...go on a weekday so it will be (a little) less crowded.
Shannon AFebruary 27, 2011Expect long security lines as bags are checked by hand rather than with a machine. Be sure to check out pop culture exhibit... from MJ's hat to Dorothy's ruby red slippers it's fun!
My City LivesSeptember 15, 2011Make sure you check out the auto exhibit. Video: http://mycitylives.com/#!/video/washington/smithsonian--national-museum-of-american-history--washington--d-c--/4e60fee5534bf5fd59000313 Read more- National Museum of American HistoryNovember 25, 2013We're open on Thanksgiving until 5:30 PM. No.v 29 and 30, we have extended hours and close at 7:30 PM. Explore our "FOOD" exhibition!
Krysta BMay 19, 2010The Price of Freedom: Americans at War exhibit is a must! We spent hours in there. Part of the World Trade Center tower remains are in there. Every American war is covered thoroughly.
Bruce TyndallJuly 6, 2015Everything is awesome here! Plan for extra time to spend looking at everything!
Abigail LougherMay 10, 2012Loved this place. The shops were pretty great! This is a great museum. I loved the transportation exhibit.
Washington BladeAugust 11, 2011Zoom Urban Lesbian Excursions ladies’ kickball on the Mall Sunday 3pm meeting between National Museum of History & Smithsonian Castle & will be identifiable by purple balloons. Free event.
Alvin LMay 23, 2010Indulge your kid's (and maybe your) inner scientist with experiments in the Spark Lab, located on the ground floor. Interactive experiments that can be done on your own and, often, with the docents
- The Hall of Transportation remains my favorite exhibit in this museum. Of particular note: the 1950s-era Chicago El Train car.
Jennifer FerrellFebruary 19, 2017Not open long enough for tourists. Basically full museum at 5:20 PM when they were about to close at 5:30. There's so much to do and see in Washington, not enough time to do it in a weekend.
- National Museum of American HistoryAugust 29, 2012Back to school! Our summer hours (open until 7:30 PM) end on September 2, 2012. We will be open 10 AM to 5:30 PM daily except on December 25.
DoraJuly 21, 2010Skip the boring war stuff and head straight to the science and technology for the kids' Spark!Lab for kid games and experiments. Powered by ParentsConnect.com
There’s an awesome kids play area downstairs, but it’s closed on Tuesdays.
Green DaisiesAugust 12, 2011All Smithsonian museums are free and a great way to introduce kids to our nations history and great works of art, in general!
Don't miss the actual Star Spangled Banner. If you only have five minutes, go see it.- National Museum of American HistorySeptember 26, 2012Love American Girl dolls? Check out our free American Girl self-guides here or at the Information Desk:
- Washington BladeJuly 12, 2011See the moving "HIV and AIDS 30 Years Ago" exhibit with accompanying website http://americanhistory.si.edu/hivaids. See Roger Lyons' quilt panel and read his story on the 1st Floor artifacts wall.
- Jared SOctober 5, 2011Reserve a few hours of your day for all the amazing exhibits. Free admission. Original Star-Spangled Banner. The Price of Freedom exhibit.
- Bruce Krywinski Jr.September 29, 2013If you're above the age of 7, the Simulator rides in the basement are pretty lame. However, the exhibits are quite interesting and informative, overall very good. The cafe was not so good re:service.
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National Museum of American History
1400 Constitution Ave NW (at 14th St NW)
Washington, D.C. 20560
United States
Washington, D.C. 20560
United States
At: National Mall
We collect, preserve, and display American heritage in the areas of social, political, cultural, scientific and military history. Terms: si.edu/terms
Closed until 10:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 10:00 AM–5:30 PM
(202) 633-3383
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- 8.5
"Cannot believe that you can still see this flag! Just very neat to be so close to such an inspirational part of American history."
Kaitlin - 7.7
"Kermit the frog is not on display in "American Stories" as of April 2014. As of that date, Miss Piggy IS on display."
Ruby Slippers - 7.1
"A foodie's paradise! After admiring all the wares, be sure to watch some of the videos too."
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"Very 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."
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"EVERYTHING! The museum is so dense, plan at least three full days to give yourself a chance of seeing it all."
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"The exhibits inside this museum are very good and awesome even though they unfortunately discontinued the imax theater back in September"
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