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Newseum
(Now Closed)Museum
Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown, Washington
The experts at Michelin Travel & Lifestyle and The Telegraph recommend this place
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Michael DuntzJuly 6, 2011The Newseum takes about four or five hours to properly experience it entirely. It is definitely worth the time and ticket price for those interested in anything dealing with journalism.
Social News NetworkNovember 29, 2012This place is perfect for news junkies. Front pages from newspapers across the country are displayed outside. If you're pressed for time, hit the Pulitzer photo gallery and the 9/11 memorial exhibit.
Check out Newseum Nights—there’s a different after-hours themed party every few months!
Laura CarmichaelJanuary 20, 2013The Pulitzer Prize photo exhibit on the main floor is amazing. Definitely my favorite museum in DC.
Caryl LyonsJuly 24, 2012The view from the 6th floor is amazing. Make sure you watch the 9-11 movie next to the antenna - it is very moving.
No more Be A TV Reporter. For your groups and anyone else paying the hefty admission, staff could at least do a quick briefing to help visitors get the most out of their experience.
Mark J.February 16, 2015Best museum in DC - interesting, original, relevant, and constantly updated.
Ananda RochitaOctober 23, 2011If you want to just check out the gift shop you can just sign in your name without having to pay admission but make sure to come back and sign out!
Sophia E.February 12, 2016You can go in on two consecutive days with the same ticket. It's nice to break up the visit. :)
Spencer SchoebenJanuary 9, 2013Favorite museum. I've been numerous times and there is always something new to see.
The TelegraphMarch 12, 2013Or jump on the metro to the Archives stop and see the widely acclaimed Newseum (newseum.org; £14 adult/ £8 child) – a stunning interactive world of news and information.
Read the wall tiles in restrooms - and laugh. .. In irony for more than obvious reason.
Jared CampbellJuly 4, 2015A little pricey considering all of the free museums. Follow the "recommended" path because the layout is weird.
DmtrJuly 2, 2015If you want to experience the real spirit of politics and journalism in Washington, this is your place.
Paul BakerNovember 22, 2011My favorite part is the enormous hall with pullout shelves of historic front pages, from colonial america up until a couple months ago.
WiredAugust 23, 2012An experience that blends five centuries of news history with up-to-the-second technology and hands-on exhibits.
kathleen watsonDecember 1, 2013Could not see everything in one day-not to worry. The entry fee allows two days visit!
The bathroom walls have old headlines from newspapers that are incorrect or mean something different than intended!
Angela McClendon JohnsonMarch 21, 2010Check out the Elvis exhibit along with EVERYTHING else. Huge range of emotions at this newseum. One ticket covers TWO days for the full effect. Great food court, to boot!
Alex DobyanNovember 28, 2014Well worth the price of admission for anyone interested in history or politics.
Sandy vanRheeAugust 5, 2016This is not just another museum! Check out all the great headlines for yourself.
- JR RussMarch 21, 2012Take advantage of free admission for teacher-led field trips, for public & private school groups, grades 1-12, in the Washington, DC area
Dara FisherDecember 26, 2012Yes, it is a paid museum, but totally worth the ticket--$20 gets you in for two days, so take your time!
Shane HayesOctober 1, 2013At times emotional and surreal, one of the best museum experiences in America
John (aka “PHATFoodFan”)September 19, 2016Check out the outdoor seating on the higher floors when it is nice out
Gabby DarioNovember 3, 2011Don't leave without checking out the restrooms. They have really interesting news headline bloopers on the walls and in the cubicles. It's a good laugh :)
Shefali VyasFebruary 5, 2012Don't forget to visit the 6th floor terrace and take a picture with the Canadian flags hanging from the embassy next door :)
BC 😎🎶February 10, 2011Amazing museum. Must see if you're in DC. Front pages, televised news coverage thru time and Pulitzer Prize photography will have you mesmerized for hours.
Curt SteffanJuly 9, 2017It's very interesting on how "news" was spread from the late 1800's to current.
Alex MurphyJuly 13, 2011Your ticket is good for 2 days- which is good, because you'll need that much time to get through everything. New favorite DC attraction.
Dewana ManaOctober 29, 2017Such an informative museum-news headlines, picture, stories from journalists,etc.
Tyler WaldmanDecember 29, 2012Don't spend time checking out the amazing exhibits. Instead, wait in line to check your coat then get back in that line to check another item.
Shoshana SchillerMay 18, 2010The best museum in D.C. and your ticket is good for two days -- and it's worth the return trip. I'd list my favorite exhibits, but it would be every one.
Kelly BooneJanuary 17, 2012This is a wonderful museum, but I have to warn you, some of the news articles and photographs are so heart breaking.
Isabella WeiJuly 28, 2013Don't miss the front pages of newspapers across the world on the sixth floor!
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