Washington, DC Museums
Washington, DC museums explore a wide variety of subjects from history to science to architecture to art and much more. Explore the world famous museums of Washington, DC and enjoy hands-on exhibits, historic artifacts, films, guided tours and special programs.
A Guide to All of the Smithsonian Museums
Find out general information about all of the Smithsonian Museums in Washington, DC.
Find out general information about all of the Smithsonian Museums in Washington, DC.
The Newseum – Washington, DC Museum of News
The Newseum in Washington, DC, explores news history, electronic news, photojournalism, world news and how the media have covered major historical events.
The Newseum in Washington, DC, explores news history, electronic news, photojournalism, world news and how the media have covered major historical events.
Capitol Visitor Center
Find information about the new Capitol Visitor Center in Washington, DC, the largest expansion of the U.S. Capitol includes an exhibition gallery, two orientation theaters, a 550-seat cafeteria, gift shops, and restrooms.
Find information about the new Capitol Visitor Center in Washington, DC, the largest expansion of the U.S. Capitol includes an exhibition gallery, two orientation theaters, a 550-seat cafeteria, gift shops, and restrooms.
Madame Tussauds Wax Museum - Washington DC
The world renowned wax museum is divided into four themed sections, each featuring an array of exhibits, interactive experiences and wax figures. Find information about the Washington, DC location, exhibits, hours and more.
The world renowned wax museum is divided into four themed sections, each featuring an array of exhibits, interactive experiences and wax figures. Find information about the Washington, DC location, exhibits, hours and more.
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, DC
Find out about how to visit the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, DC. This museum is a memorial to the millions who died during the Nazi regime in Germany during World War II.
Find out about how to visit the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, DC. This museum is a memorial to the millions who died during the Nazi regime in Germany during World War II.
International Spy Museum
One of Washington, DC's newest museums explores the history of espionage and its technology. Great programs for children.
One of Washington, DC's newest museums explores the history of espionage and its technology. Great programs for children.
National Archives
Examine Washington, DC's collection of original documents that are part of America's history, including the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, the Bill of Rights and more.
Examine Washington, DC's collection of original documents that are part of America's history, including the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, the Bill of Rights and more.
National Building Museum
Exhibits examine America's architecture, construction and urban planning. Special hall includes photographs and models of buildings in Washington, DC. Informative lectures, interesting demonstrations and great family programs.
Exhibits examine America's architecture, construction and urban planning. Special hall includes photographs and models of buildings in Washington, DC. Informative lectures, interesting demonstrations and great family programs.
Ford's Theatre
Ford's theatre is a live-theatre and a Washington, DC historical landmark, a museum of Abraham Lincoln's assassination.
Ford's theatre is a live-theatre and a Washington, DC historical landmark, a museum of Abraham Lincoln's assassination.
National Geographic Explorers Hall
The small museum at the National Geographic headquarters explores nature and human cultures of all over the world.
The small museum at the National Geographic headquarters explores nature and human cultures of all over the world.
Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Watch real money being printed at the Bureau of Engraving and Printing in Washington, DC! Take a tour and see how U. S. paper currency is designed, engraved and printed.
Watch real money being printed at the Bureau of Engraving and Printing in Washington, DC! Take a tour and see how U. S. paper currency is designed, engraved and printed.
DAR Museum
Washington, DC's museum of the Daughters of the American Revolution features 31 Period Rooms that depict regional American furnishings from the 17th to the early 20th century.
Washington, DC's museum of the Daughters of the American Revolution features 31 Period Rooms that depict regional American furnishings from the 17th to the early 20th century.
Washington Navy Yard
Washington Navy Yard, the former shipyard for the United States Navy, serves as the home to the Chief of Naval Operations and headquarters for the Naval Historical Center in Washington, DC. Visitors can explore the Navy Museum and the Navy Art Gallery
Washington Navy Yard, the former shipyard for the United States Navy, serves as the home to the Chief of Naval Operations and headquarters for the Naval Historical Center in Washington, DC. Visitors can explore the Navy Museum and the Navy Art Gallery
Lincoln's Cottage in Washington, DC
President Lincoln’s Cottage at the Soldiers’ Home in Washington, DC gives Americans an intimate, never-before-seen view of Abraham Lincoln’s presidency and family life. Robert H. Smith Visitor Education Center at Lincoln's Cottage features exhibitions that tell the story of Lincoln’s role as Commander-in-Chief.
President Lincoln’s Cottage at the Soldiers’ Home in Washington, DC gives Americans an intimate, never-before-seen view of Abraham Lincoln’s presidency and family life. Robert H. Smith Visitor Education Center at Lincoln's Cottage features exhibitions that tell the story of Lincoln’s role as Commander-in-Chief.
The Mary McLeod Bethune Council House National Historic Site
Visit this Washington, DC museum and learn about the life of Mary McLeod Bethune, an African American woman educator, presidential advisor, and political activist.
Visit this Washington, DC museum and learn about the life of Mary McLeod Bethune, an African American woman educator, presidential advisor, and political activist.
Corcoran Gallery of Art
The Corcoran Gallery of Art, a privately funded institution, was founded in 1869 as Washington, DC’s first and largest non-federal museum of art. The Corcoran is a College of Art and Design and a gallery displaying one of the most comprehensive collections of American art in the world.
The Corcoran Gallery of Art, a privately funded institution, was founded in 1869 as Washington, DC’s first and largest non-federal museum of art. The Corcoran is a College of Art and Design and a gallery displaying one of the most comprehensive collections of American art in the world.
African American Civil War Memorial and Museum
The African American Civil War Memorial and Museum in Washington, DC honors and examines the African American's heroic struggle for freedom and civil rights.
The African American Civil War Memorial and Museum in Washington, DC honors and examines the African American's heroic struggle for freedom and civil rights.
Frederick Douglass National Historic Site in Washington, DC
Tour the beautifully restored Victorian Mansion that was the former home of Frederick Douglass, the famous abolitionist and advisor to Lincoln.
Tour the beautifully restored Victorian Mansion that was the former home of Frederick Douglass, the famous abolitionist and advisor to Lincoln.
Hillwood Museum & Gardens: Marjorie Merriweather Post Mansion
This Washington, DC historic site, former estate of art collector and philanthropist Marjorie Merriweather Post, showcases Russian and French art.
This Washington, DC historic site, former estate of art collector and philanthropist Marjorie Merriweather Post, showcases Russian and French art.
National Museum of Women in the Arts in Washington, DC
The National Museum of Women in the Arts, located in the heart of Washington, DC, is the only museum in the world dedicated solely to celebrating the artistic achievements of women.
The National Museum of Women in the Arts, located in the heart of Washington, DC, is the only museum in the world dedicated solely to celebrating the artistic achievements of women.
Navy Memorial and the Naval Heritage Center in Washington, DC
The Navy Memorial and Naval Heritage Center in Washington DC honor and commemorate the sailors of the United States Navy.
The Navy Memorial and Naval Heritage Center in Washington DC honor and commemorate the sailors of the United States Navy.
Tudor Place Historic House and Garden
Tudor Place Historic House and Garden, located in Georgetown's Historic District, this National Historic Landmark, was originally owned by Martha Custis Peter, the granddaughter of Martha Washington.
Tudor Place Historic House and Garden, located in Georgetown's Historic District, this National Historic Landmark, was originally owned by Martha Custis Peter, the granddaughter of Martha Washington.
Crime Museum in Washington, DC
The Crime Museum in Washington, DC, officially named the National Museum of Crime & Punishment, is an interactive museum exploring the history of crime, law enforcement, forensic science, crime scene investigation (CSI) and the consequences of committing a crime.
The Crime Museum in Washington, DC, officially named the National Museum of Crime & Punishment, is an interactive museum exploring the history of crime, law enforcement, forensic science, crime scene investigation (CSI) and the consequences of committing a crime.
Pope John Paul II Cultural Center
The Roman Catholic Museum offers interactive and multimedia exhibits that explore the Catholic Church and its role in history and society.
The Roman Catholic Museum offers interactive and multimedia exhibits that explore the Catholic Church and its role in history and society.
Washington Dolls' House & Toy Museum
A collection of antique dollhouses, dolls, toys and games.
A collection of antique dollhouses, dolls, toys and games.
Sewall-Belmont House
The headquarters of the National Woman's party,a museum and library of the first American feminists.
The headquarters of the National Woman's party,a museum and library of the first American feminists.
The Octagon
The oldest architecture museum in the U. S.
The oldest architecture museum in the U. S.
Woodrow Wilson House
Museum for the 28th president of the United States.
Museum for the 28th president of the United States.
B'nai B'rith Klutznick National Jewish Museum
Washington, DC's museum exploring the history and culture of the Jewish people.
Washington, DC's museum exploring the history and culture of the Jewish people.
Folger Shakespeare Library
The world's most extensive collection of works of Shakespeare and a center for studies in literature, art and history. Shakespeare theatre presents plays, concerts and family programs.Located in Washington, DC.
The world's most extensive collection of works of Shakespeare and a center for studies in literature, art and history. Shakespeare theatre presents plays, concerts and family programs.Located in Washington, DC.
National Aquarium
Washington, DC's aquarium showcases the world of underwater creatures. See over 250 species of fish and learn about their habitats.
Washington, DC's aquarium showcases the world of underwater creatures. See over 250 species of fish and learn about their habitats.