History Exhibition
History ExhibitionSmithsonian National Museum of American History
Northwest Washington
Ordinary objects carry extraordinary weight here—the Star-Spangled Banner, the Greensboro lunch counter, Prince's yellow guitar, and Dorothy's Ruby Slippers all share space in this sprawling tribute to America's contradictions and dreams.
Free admission
Iconic artifacts
Interactive exhibits
Family-friendly exploration
Tips
⏰weekends get busy, arrive early
👟you won't see everything—embrace it
Smithsonian National Museum of American History
Northwest WashingtonOpens Friday at 10:00 AM
History ExhibitionHistory ExhibitionOrdinary objects carry extraordinary weight here—the Star-Spangled Banner, the Greensboro lunch counter, Prince's yellow guitar, and Dorothy's Ruby Slippers all share space in this sprawling tribute to America's contradictions and dreams.
Free admission
Iconic artifacts
Interactive exhibits
Family-friendly exploration
Tips
⏰weekends get busy, arrive early
👟you won't see everything—embrace it