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National Museum of American History

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Inaugurado en 1964 como el Museum of History and Technology, en uno de los últimos edificios proyectados por McKim, Mead & White, este museo del Smithsonian custodia más de 1,7 millones de objetos que recorren la experiencia estadounidense. Su pieza central es la Star-Spangled Banner original —la bandera de guarnición de 9 por 10 metros que inspiró a Francis Scott Key—, exhibida en una sala climatizada y en penumbra junto al atrio de cinco plantas iluminado por tragaluces. El recorrido incluye también los vestidos de investidura de las primeras damas, la barra de cafetería de Greensboro, la locomotora John Bull de 1831 y grandes iconos de la cultura popular en Entertainment Nation. La entrada es gratuita y no requiere reserva previa.

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Getting there

1300 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20560, United States

Nearest station: Federal Triangle (Blue, Orange, Silver), Smithsonian (Blue, Orange, Silver)

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Hours

Mon10:00–17:30
Tue10:00–17:30
Wed10:00–17:30
Thu10:00–17:30
Fri10:00–17:30
SatToday10:00–17:30
Sun10:00–17:30

Admission

Free

Free admission, no tickets required

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National Museum of Natural History

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National Museum of Asian Art

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United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

ArchitectureFree6 min walk

Visitor Information

Is National Museum of American History free to visit?
Yes, general admission to National Museum of American History is free. Free admission, no tickets required. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.
What are the opening hours of National Museum of American History?
National Museum of American History is open Open daily 10:00–17:30. Closed 25 December. Free entry, no tickets required. Wegmans Wonderplace (Wed–Sun 10:00–16:00) and Draper Spark!Lab (Wed–Sat 10:00–16:00) keep shorter hours.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is National Museum of American History?
National Museum of American History is located at 1300 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20560, United States, in the National Mall area of Washington, DC. The nearest stations are Federal Triangle (Blue, Orange, Silver), Smithsonian (Blue, Orange, Silver).
What can I see at National Museum of American History?
Hogar de la auténtica Star-Spangled Banner, además de los vestidos de las primeras damas, la cocina de Julia Child y 1,7 millones de objetos de la historia estadounidense. Current highlights include Corazón y vida: la cultura del «lowriding» (Corazón y vida: Lowriding Culture), Las primeras damas (The First Ladies), En busca de la vida, la libertad y la felicidad (In Pursuit of Life, Liberty, and Happiness).
Do I need to book National Museum of American History in advance?
National Museum of American History is free to enter and most days you can walk in. Free admission, no tickets required. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.
When is the best time to visit National Museum of American History?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

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