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National Archives Museum

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National Archives Museum 坐落於 Constitution Avenue 上、由 John Russell Pope 於 1935 年操刀設計的新古典主義宏偉檔案館大樓。在館內的圓頂圓廳 Rotunda 中，陳列著統稱為「自由憲章」（Charters of Freedom）的美國立國基石原件——包括《獨立宣言》（Declaration of Independence）、《美國憲法》（Constitution）與《權利法案》（Bill of Rights）。除此之外，參觀者亦可在 David M. Rubenstein Gallery 細賞一份 1297 年的《大憲章》（Magna Carta）原件；或走進 2025 年 11 月啟用的常設展廳 The American Story，透過人工智能技術引領每位訪客探索數以百萬計的館藏檔案。博物館另設專為年輕參觀者而設的 Discovery Center，以及定期輪換、展出稀世珍品的「Opening the Vault」特展。全館免費入場。

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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?
在莊嚴的大理石圓廳 Rotunda 展櫃中，親睹《獨立宣言》、《美國憲法》與《權利法案》等立國憲章原件，免費入場。 Current highlights include 自由憲章 (Charters of Freedom), 美國故事（The American Story）, 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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