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Smithsonian Museums in Washington, DC

History, science, art and culture come alive at these free DC museum...

Visiting the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

Discover rich and essential African American history at this free Sm...

Visiting the Smithsonian National Museum of American History in Washington, DC

Immerse yourself in the red, white and blue at this impressive free ...

Free Things to Do: African American History & Culture in Washington, DC

Fascinating Black history and culture awaits in DC, from the Smithso...

3 Days of African American History & Heritage in Washington, DC

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National Mall

National Archives Museum

Home to the original Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill of Rights, the National Archives holds more than 15 billion records.

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Downtown

National Geographic Museum of Exploratio...

Due to construction, the National Geographic Museum of Exploration will be temporarily closed as we reimagine our Base Camp experience.

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National Mall

National Museum of American History

The National Museum of American History showcases national treasures, like the Star-Spangled Banner and special exhibits on girlhood and religion

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National Mall

Smithsonian IMAX® and Planetarium

Watch stunning IMAX films on six-story screens and planetarium shows on a 77 ft. digital dome theater.

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Dupont Circle

Anderson House–The American Revolution I...

Experience the history and splendor of Gilded Age Washington at Anderson House, a 1905 Beaux Arts mansion built as the winter home of Larz Anderson, an American diplomat, and his wife, Isabel

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Georgetown

Tudor Place Historic House & Garden

Tudor Place offers unique and intimate settings perfect for special occasions.

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Downtown

Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center

Bringing our Culture & our Heritage

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Foggy Bottom

DAR Museum

Explore the American home with our 31 period rooms and so much more! FREE

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