Smithsonian Institution Museums in Washington, DC

Collectively called the Smithsonian Institution, this world-renowned museum and research complex consists of 17 museums, galleries and a zoo.

Explore and learn about everything from the origins of man and the future of flight to the history of art across multiple continents with more than 150 million objects, works of art and specimens to discover. The Smithsonian’s collection of knowledge centers serve as a treasure chest for visitors and a guide to the most fascinating aspects of our world. And the best part? You won’t have to pay a penny to experience it as admission is free at every Smithsonian museum. Start planning your exploration now!

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National Museum of Natural History

Boeing Milestones of Flight Hall at the National Air and Space Museum

National Air & Space Museum

National Museum of American History

National Zoo

National Museum of African American History and Culture

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American Art Museum and Renwick Gallery

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National Air & Space Museum's Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center

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Smithsonian Institution Building (The Castle)

National Museum of the American Indian

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Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden

National Portrait Gallery

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National Museum of Asian Art

National Postal Museum

National Museum of African Art

Anacostia Community Museum

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Smithsonian’s collection of museums serve as a treasure chest for visitors to DC. Witness the wonders of Asian art, take in centuries of artistic achievement, discover Native American history and so much more.