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National Archives Museum

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National Archives Museum 坐落于由建筑师 John Russell Pope 于1935年操刀设计的宏伟新古典主义建筑内，位于 Constitution Avenue。馆内穹顶林立的 Rotunda 展厅庄重陈列着“自由宪章”（Charters of Freedom）——即《独立宣言》、《宪法》与《权利法案》的原件。除此以外，观众还可在 David M. Rubenstein Gallery 瞻仰1297年版的《大宪章》原件；步入2025年11月全新开放的常设展厅 The American Story，借助人工智能技术深入探索数以百万计的历史档案。专为青少年打造的 Discovery Center 以及定期轮换展出珍罕文物的“Opening the Vault”特展，更让这里的观展体验丰富而充实。全馆免费参观。

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701 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20408, United States (public entrance at Constitution Avenue and 9th Street NW)

Nearest station: Archives–Navy Memorial–Penn Quarter (Green, Yellow lines), Federal Triangle (Blue, Orange, Silver lines), Judiciary Square (Red line)

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Free admission for all; reservations are not required. Free general-admission tickets or $1 timed-entry tickets can be booked in advance to reduce waiting, which can exceed an hour at peak times.

Nearby

National Museum of Natural History

HistoryFree4 min walk

National Gallery of Art

ArtFree4 min walk

Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden

DesignFree6 min walk

National Portrait Gallery

ArtFree7 min walk

Visitor Information

Is National Archives Museum free to visit?
Yes, general admission to National Archives Museum is free. Free admission for all; reservations are not required. Free general-admission tickets or $1 timed-entry tickets can be booked in advance to reduce waiting, which can exceed an hour at peak times.. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.
What are the opening hours of National Archives Museum?
National Archives Museum is open Open daily 10:00–17:30, with last admission at 17:00. Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is National Archives Museum?
National Archives Museum is located at 701 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20408, United States (public entrance at Constitution Avenue and 9th Street NW), in the Penn Quarter / National Mall area of Washington, DC. The nearest stations are Archives–Navy Memorial–Penn Quarter (Green, Yellow lines), Federal Triangle (Blue, Orange, Silver lines), Judiciary Square (Red line).
What can I see at National Archives Museum?
在宏伟的大理石圆厅玻璃展柜中，亲眼见证《独立宣言》、《宪法》与《权利法案》——美国立国核心文献，免费向公众开放。 Current highlights include 自由宪章 (Charters of Freedom), 美国故事（The American Story）, 探索中心 (Discovery Center).
Do I need to book National Archives Museum in advance?
National Archives Museum is free to enter and most days you can walk in. Free admission for all; reservations are not required. Free general-admission tickets or $1 timed-entry tickets can be booked in advance to reduce waiting, which can exceed an hour at peak times.. 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 Archives Museum?
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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