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National Museum of Natural History

HistoryArchaeologyScienceClosed · Opens 10amFreeFederal Triangle (Metro Blue/Orange/Silver)

這座位於 National Mall 的 Beaux-Arts 風格地標於 1910 年開幕,是 Smithsonian 首棟純粹為展示國家館藏而興建的建築。館內七大研究部門合共珍藏超過 1.48 億件標本與文物。走進挑高的圓頂中庭,率先迎接訪客的是名為 Henry 的非洲草原象標本;往內漫步,即可一睹聞名遐邇的 Hope Diamond、與三角龍激烈搏鬥的暴龍、一具長達 45 呎的露脊鯨骨架,以及 274 件栩栩如生的哺乳動物標本。在展廳幕後,更有數百位科學家全心投入研究,範疇涵蓋隕石以至人類起源。全館免費入場,無需預約門票。

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Getting there

10th St. & Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20560, United States

Nearest station: Federal Triangle (Metro Blue/Orange/Silver), Archives–Navy Memorial–Penn Quarter (Metro Green/Yellow), Smithsonian (Metro 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

Admission is free and no passes or tickets are required.

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Visitor Information

Is National Museum of Natural History free to visit?
Yes, general admission to National Museum of Natural History is free. Admission is free and no passes or tickets are 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 Natural History?
National Museum of Natural History is open Open daily 10:00–17:30, including public holidays. Closed 25 December. Doors close at 17:30 and all visitors must exit.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is National Museum of Natural History?
National Museum of Natural History is located at 10th St. & Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20560, United States, in the National Mall area of Washington, DC. The nearest stations are Federal Triangle (Metro Blue/Orange/Silver), Archives–Navy Memorial–Penn Quarter (Metro Green/Yellow), Smithsonian (Metro Blue/Orange/Silver).
What can I see at National Museum of Natural History?
從傳奇的 Hope Diamond、正在獵殺的暴龍化石,到綠色圓頂下珍藏的 1.48 億件標本——座落於 National Mall,每日免費開放參觀。 Current highlights include Kenneth E. Behring Family Hall of Mammals 哺乳動物展廳 (Kenneth E. Behring Family Hall of Mammals), 想像野牛 (Imagining Bison), Sant Ocean Hall.
Do I need to book National Museum of Natural History in advance?
National Museum of Natural History is free to enter and most days you can walk in. Admission is free and no passes or tickets are 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 Natural 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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