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8.5History Museum •2 Massachusetts Ave NE (North Capitol St NE), Washington
Miguel d. • May 19, 2015Supremely underrated and under appreciated. This place is awesome!!
8.3History Museum •144 Constitution Ave NE (at 2nd St NE), Washington
Michelin Travel & Lifestyle • August 2, 2011This is where Susan B. Anthony wrote the 19th Amendment! There are also collections of political drawings by prominent cartoonists including Nina Allender. -- Green Guide Editor
9.1History Museum • $$$$ •1400 Constitution Ave NW (at 14th St NW), Washington
Lynn R. • January 14, 2011Gift shop is amazing....Great chackas for history buffs....or parents, grand-parents!
9.2History Museum • $$$$ •6th St. (Independence Ave SW), Washington
Christine L. • March 18, 2017Try to go early. It gets pretty packed in the afternoon. Great exhibits. My faves were Exploring the Planets, Amelia Earhart, and the one w/ the ISS.
9.4History Museum •1400 Constitution Ave NW (btwn 12th & 14th St NW), Washington
Katie T. • September 30, 2017Excellent museum and a lot to take in. You will need at least 2 days to see everything.
Tom J. • July 29, 2016The original documents that made the USA to what it is right now, very impressive to see!
9.2History Museum •1400 Constitution Ave NW (btwn 12th & 14th St NW), Washington
Pamela W. • November 2, 2018This place was awesome. Problem is you cannot get through the whole museum in one day. Plan to go at least 2 days. Too much to see and read.
9.2History Museum • $$$$ •1000 Constitution Ave NW (at 10th St NW), Washington
The Traveler • March 18, 2019This museum is fantastic, kids will absolutely love it and adults too. Allow at minimum 2 hours to walk through and see the exhibits. And don’t forget there’s a line to get in so allow time for that
8.2History Museum •950 Independence Ave SW (4th St. SW), Washington
Derek J. • September 24, 2014Try the buffalo steak. So good!
8.6History Museum •1000 Jefferson Dr SW (btwn 9th & 12th St SW), Washington
Oscar F. • March 11, 2016Great place to start cafe and wifi available here. Clean restrooms and maps of all sorts to start your adventure. There's people to help answer questions and also gift shops.
7.9History Museum •140 Rock Creek Church Rd NW (at Upshur St NW), Washington
Laura R. • September 16, 2011GREAT tour! Guide was amazing and full of knowledge about Lincoln, the cottage and the scope of the Civil War as it unfolded during his residency here at the cottage.
8.8History Museum • $$$$ •100 Raoul Wallenberg Pl SW, Washington
Lauren M. • August 10, 2013Very historically informative in a tasteful way. All graphic images/information is blocked off so you can make the choice of what to see. Excellent museum.
8.8History Museum •1307 New Hampshire Ave, NW (in Dupont Circle), Washington
Kori • May 2, 2015Check out the website, they have several fun events with food, drinks, tours, etc. House is beautifully preserved.
8.2History Museum •1400 Constitution Ave NW (at National Museum of American History), Washington
Psychic S. • January 15, 2013Beautiful gowns but don't forget to check out the accessories too!
8.0History Museum •Lenfant Plz SW (at 10th Street NW), Washington
Shannon B. • July 15, 2019Get their early.... order tickets online and you can start when you want .... they are extremely nice and good with kids
7.6History Museum •1925 Vermont Ave NW (btwn T St NW and U St NW), Washington
Tamara • August 10, 2013The curator is awesome, if you have 10-15 min. to spare.
kathleen w. • December 1, 2013Great tour docents! Caren Pauley is fabulously knowledgeable about the antiques and furnishings. Great space to celebrate!
Synta K. • August 28, 2014Great spot for taking guests and children. Parking is easy and the tour is informative. Great panoramic views. nurish is a great Scandanavian restaurant to eat at afterwards.
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7.7History Museum •748 Jackson Pl NW (enter at 1610 H St NW), Washington
Andrew L. • April 25, 2013One of the owners had the California seal imprinted into one of the rooms. Check it out!
John H. • July 16, 2015Constitution is in better shape than the declaration of independence. Be prepared for long lines on busy days. Get there early.
7.6History Museum •1400 Constitution Ave NW (at National Museum of American History), Washington
Ken H. • November 23, 2011Lincoln's tophat is here
Aaron S. • May 13, 2015This was fantastic! Not much to see in the house. Originals are in Chicago. Nice feature on Abe's hat, flag, his coat.
Rafael N. • August 5, 2018N.B.: the museum closes at 5, NOT 5:45. The latter is the closing time for the RESEARCH archives.
Tiny J. • January 18, 2020So much free parking around the place. Free entry to the grounds, beautiful gardens, a great place for a picnic or just to hang out and read.
Mark M. • March 13, 2013Every 1/2 hour they offer guided tours with a docent. I highly recommend this, you'll get much more from the experience.
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