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The Smithsonian Castle

The Smithsonian Castle

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The Smithsonian Castle houses the Smithsonian’s administrative offices and the Smithsonian Information Center. This Victorian style, red sandstone building was built in 1855 and is the oldest building on the National Mall.

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