Exploring Freedom: Historic Artifacts Showcase the Declaration of Independence
September 14 at 10am
Northwest Washington
American history, alive
Upcoming events at Smithsonian National Museum of American History
- Printing Press Demonstration — 2026-09-14T14:30:00-04:00
- Entertainment Nation — 2026-09-14T10:00:00-04:00
- Puro Ritmo! exhibit — 2026-09-15T00:00:00-04:00
- The Power of Giving Symposium: 250 Years of American Philanthropy — 2026-09-23T13:30:00-04:00
- Story Time with DC Public Library — 2026-09-23T10:45:00-04:00
Art & Museums
Art & MuseumsSmithsonian National Museum of American History
Opens Monday at 10:00 AM
At Smithsonian National Museum of American History
Northwest Washington, Washington
👟Wear comfortable shoes for the three floors of exhibits
🕒Allow several hours to explore the extensive collections
💡Visit Spark!Lab for hands-on invention activities
Located on the National Mall, this Smithsonian institution preserves and shares the complex history of the United States through world-class collections, interactive exhibitions, and dynamic educational programming.
Interactive history exhibits
Family-friendly museum
American cultural artifacts
Hands-on learning
Art & MuseumsArt & MuseumsSmithsonian National Museum of American History
At Smithsonian National Museum of American History
Opens Monday at 10:00 AM
Northwest Washington, Washington
👟Wear comfortable shoes for the three floors of exhibits
🕒Allow several hours to explore the extensive collections
💡Visit Spark!Lab for hands-on invention activities
Located on the National Mall, this Smithsonian institution preserves and shares the complex history of the United States through world-class collections, interactive exhibitions, and dynamic educational programming.
Interactive history exhibits
Family-friendly museum
American cultural artifacts
Hands-on learning
Upcoming events at Smithsonian National Museum of American History