Suggestions for History Museum near Washington

Sari G. • July 7, 2015Such a cool and interactive museum! Check out the stamps and learn about how mail used to be delivered. I recommend this one!

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

William S. • April 29, 2022Very nice museum, with some of the most important archives in history. Any history buff will enjoy. Even the Magna Carta is here!

Jorge M. • November 24, 2015I loved it, nicely set up with great exhibitions!

Kiley K. • December 10, 2016Cool,fun and interesting lots to see and a lot of gift shops

Christina C. • October 24, 2017Amazing museum, well designed. Like the lower fls but its so depressing to see. Reflecting pool is nice place to reenergize. Food great, get the fried chicken and potato salad side, skip mac n chse

Reasy M. • July 16, 2018Excellent museum. Full of history that can’t be done in one trip. Come visit in September.

Ann • March 25, 2015It's fun & educational. A must go spot if you are traveling with young children. Both adults and children. Will enjoy it.

Aditya A. • December 24, 2015I would call in ahead for reservations. Very nice place

Hilsdon Photography LLC • August 19, 2012Beautiful gardens to sit and read a book in the morning. Nice and peaceful, with some really quiet corners.

Audrey A. • June 12, 2012Small museum. Excellent, hands-on kids exhibit!

Brian S. • February 13, 2016Great museum that is never crowded, with exhibits spanning from the revolution.

Timothy S. • February 3, 2019You can learn about the Assassination of Abraham Lincoln

Ronald P. • August 15, 2014Great museum. Must see. Very sobering and somber experience.

Yana M. • April 9, 2013Check out the museum's "History and Hops" event, held every third Thursday of the month! Also, bask in the glory of the terrific decorative arts and Victorian architecture.

Psychic S. • January 15, 2013Beautiful gowns but don't forget to check out the accessories too!

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

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!

Erin F. • September 13, 2016Limited tours throughout the day. Make sure to check the website for times. A beautiful view of DC from the home.

SBC Social Networking • April 25, 2013Cast YOUR VOTE so this gem in the Shaw community can win part of a $1M historic site preservation grant! Vote online at www.partnersinpreservation.com, Foursquare, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Dave L. • February 17, 2018The tour guides are very friendly and helpful as well as awesome

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.

Andrew L. • April 25, 2013One of the owners had the California seal imprinted into one of the rooms. Check it out!

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.

Miguel d. • May 19, 2015Great tours of period rooms. Check out the children's attic and a neat view of the main library space decked out in classic Beaux Arts