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National Building Museum



The National Building Museum is America's leading cultural institution devoted to the history and impact of the built environment.

We do this by telling the stories of architecture, engineering, and design. As one of the most family-friendly, awe-inspiring spots in Washington DC, we welcome visitors from around the world to our exhibitions, public programs, and festivals. Located just four blocks from the National Mall, the Museum occupies a magnificent building with a soaring Great Hall, colossal 75-foot-tall Corinthian columns, and a 1,200-foot terra cotta frieze.

Tickets available online: http://go.nbm.org/tickets

The Washington Post called us one of Washington DC's Best Bets for parents and children. In the past year, tens of thousands of visitors attended the Museum's free annual family festivals, including Discover Engineering Family Day and the Big Build. Our annual Summer Block Party includes a massive indoor installation for all ages.

The Museum Shop spreads the message that good design matters by offering well-crafted and sustainable housewares, office items, jewelry, educational toys, books and more. It was honored as the Best Museum Store in the country by Niche magazine, Best All-Around Museum Shop in the region by The Washington Post, a Top Shop by the Washingtonian, and named best museum shop in DC by National Geographic Traveler's blog, Intelligent Travel.

  • ADA Compliant
  • Educational Programming
  • Open to public
  • Produce public facing events?
  • ADA compliant
  • Non-Profit Organization
  • Wheelchair Ramp
  • Elevator
  • 32-Inch-Wide Doorway
  • Adequate/Additional Lighting
Largest Capacities

Banquet capacity: 1500, Classroom capacity: 30, Theatre capacity: 2000, Reception capacity: 2000

Distance to Metro

1 Blocks

Distance to Conv Center

4 Blocks

Floorplans
Pool

None

Nearby Landmarks

National Mall, Smithsonian Institution, U.S. Capitol, Union Station, Walter E. Washington Convention Center

Group Maximum

150

Attraction Rates

Under $12

Length of Tour

Less than 1 hour

Min to Airport

25

Discount

Affiliation Discounts, Membership Discounts

Metro Station

Judiciary Square

Parking

N/A

Valet

N/A

Metro Line

Red

Payment Options

American Express, Cash, MasterCard, Visa

CONTACT

401 F St. NW
Washington, DC 20001
United States

(202) 272-2448

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