The National Museum of Natural History is part of the Smithsonian Institution and houses a national collection of more than 125 million natural science specimens and cultural artifacts. The National Museum of Natural History is also a research facility dedicated to inspiring discovery about the natural world through its exhibitions and education programs.
Address : 10th Street and Constitution Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20560
(202) 633-1000
See a map and directions to the National Mall
Washington, DC 20560
(202) 633-1000
See a map and directions to the National Mall
Nearest Metro Station : Blue, Orange lines to Smithsonian or Federal Triangle
Hours : Open daily except December 25. Regular hours are 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Admission : Free
Official Website: http://www.mnh.si.edu
About Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History: The National Museum of Natural History is a favorite with kids, but has plenty to intrigue all ages. Popular displays include dinosaur skeletons, an enormous collection of natural gems and minerals, artifacts of early man, an insect zoo, a live coral reef and much more.
The Samuel C. Johnson Theater features the latest IMAX movies. The Box Office is open from 9:45 a.m. until the last show. Tickets must be purchased at least 30 minutes before the show and may be purchased up to two weeks in advance. For ticket prices and show times, please call (202) 633-4629 or (877) 932-4629.
Free weekday highlights tours begin in the Rotunda, Tuesday through Friday at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., September through June.
The Atrium Café provides fast food options and the Fossil Café features soups, sandwiches, salads, Gelato and an Espresso Bar. Live jazz performances are offered in the Smithsonian’s Jazz Café on Friday evenings from 6 – 10 p.m. There is a $10 cover charge. Children under 12 are free.
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The Samuel C. Johnson Theater features the latest IMAX movies. The Box Office is open from 9:45 a.m. until the last show. Tickets must be purchased at least 30 minutes before the show and may be purchased up to two weeks in advance. For ticket prices and show times, please call (202) 633-4629 or (877) 932-4629.
Free weekday highlights tours begin in the Rotunda, Tuesday through Friday at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., September through June.
The Atrium Café provides fast food options and the Fossil Café features soups, sandwiches, salads, Gelato and an Espresso Bar. Live jazz performances are offered in the Smithsonian’s Jazz Café on Friday evenings from 6 – 10 p.m. There is a $10 cover charge. Children under 12 are free.
See more about restaurants and dining Near the National Mall.
