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- Jacob LawsonJune 29, 2016It was a huge place wished we could have went in the entire place, hopefully we can go back soon.
- Stephane Messie ☠August 13, 2015So many things I didn't know about American history... Really well done
- Ashley RaethelNovember 12, 2011Awesome way to spend a day in DC. One of the best museums on the mall.
- Andi GalpernNovember 20, 2012Go see Jim Henson's very first Kermit the Frog! His eyes were made of tennis balls!
- Steve McKinneyFebruary 13, 2011Go to the Kinsey Collection. In the back are touch screen iMacs where you can read texts from slavery and civil rights times
- Carleana DelacruzJune 1, 2016First Ladies dresses and Lincoln's top hat were a big hit with the kiddos!
- E-UK BrownApril 11, 2012Head to the Greensboro Lunch Counter Student Sit-in, 2 East, from 3-320pm for a live action treat.
- Eric AndersenFebruary 22, 2012Don't miss the Star-Spangled Banner exhibit, and Dorothy's Ruby Slippers!
- Kate SempApril 9, 2012Signs with questions and tips from Bud right at children's eye level. Perfect!
- Psychic SoulfullApril 26, 2010Visit 'Ain’t Nothing Like the Real Thing: How the Apollo Theater Shaped American Entertainment'. Artifacts and photos on display from 4/23/10 through 8/29/2010. Read more
- elisabethJune 18, 2010Go see Dorothy's shoes & Archie Bunker's chair. If you get to participate in the sit ins, do so on the 3rd floor. Really fun!
- Matt HardwickMarch 13, 2012Check out the family bathrooms, on the second floor east side for a quiet getaway.
- Matt AmendDecember 30, 2012Consider eating before hand. Their cafe will cost you a foot and 2/3 of your yearly income. 5.95 for a PB&J ?!?
- Tammy CMay 20, 2013Luce foundation center @ Smithsonian American Art Museum has Luce Artist talks @ 1:30pm on June 1, July 7 & August 11
- Fazal BahardeenFebruary 3, 2012Heyy guys! The American History Museum represents the heritage and culture of the United States Read more
- National Museum of American History Smithsonian InstitutionAugust 31, 2012The Museum is open 10:00AM to 5:30PM every day except December 25. Summer hours (open until 7:30 PM) end on September 2.
- Rebecca EsparzaSeptember 18, 2014If your phone needs a quick charge, the Visitor Information area has outlets.
- Extend your field trip! Teachers: Check out our free online education resources when you get back to the classroom Read more
- Scott HielenDecember 30, 2011Free wifi! It's cleverly named "public" and prompts you to agree to the Smithsonian's terms.
- Peyton StarrAugust 4, 2011All Star Wars fans need to see the C-3PO costume on display. It's the one Anthony Daniels wore while filming "Return of the Jedi."
- Lisa KingJuly 26, 2012The First Ladies exhibit was great! LOVED First Lady Obama's gown...and Mary Todd Lincoln's!
- jillzAugust 19, 2010Apollo exhibit definitely worth a stop. Watch the video too. Deconstructed house also excellent.
- Serene AnsariJune 12, 2012Check out the first ladies exhibit with all the inaugural gowns. So elegant.
- National Museum of American HistorySeptember 12, 2013Now on display as of September 2013, a statue of Columbia.
- Ryan UnderwoodSeptember 18, 2011For "Innovation" perhaps this clue will help.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=huKS6DgZ6ss&feature=youtube_gdata_player - Richard BJuly 29, 2014Watch out for eye strain, so many displays are poorly lit to the point of being unable to read text, let alone see dark objects.
- Jasmine RichJuly 22, 2010WoW!!!! There is so much that I didn't know. It almost makes me ashamed that I am an American not knowing my own history.