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National Museum of American History

The Smithsonian's National Museum of American History closed to the public on September 5, 2006 for major architectural renovations and is scheduled to reopen by summer 2008. The Museum has begun a major architectural transformation to focus on three areas: architectural enhancements to the museum's interior, constructing a state-of-the-art gallery for the Star-Spangled Banner and updating the 42-year-old building's infrastructure (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, lighting, fire and security…

  • Managed by: Smithsonian Institution
  • Coordinates: 38.891111, -77.030278

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Frequently asked questions

Is National Museum of American History reservable?

National Museum of American History is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is National Museum of American History?

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How do I book a campsite at National Museum of American History?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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