A great way to celebrate the 59th Presidential Inauguration is to visit one of the Smithsonian museums. Located in and around the National Mall (with additional museums throughout downtown Washinton DC), The Smithsonian Museum complex is one of the largest in the world. So in-between the 2021 Inaugural festivities, stimulate your mind with some American History or world class art!
Museums &
Sightseeing
Museums & Sightseeing in Washington DC
Museums
National Museum of African American History
The National Museum of African American history provides an opportunity to learn about the history of the African Americans, and how their lives helped to shape this nation.
601 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004
National Gallery of Art
Established in 1937, the National Gallery of Art is considered to be one of the best museums in the United States. It holds a multitude of collections from all over the world, and its works span throughout history.
Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20565
National Museum of Natural History
The Museum of Natural History is the most popular natural history museum in the world. Larger than 18 football fields combined, it is also the largest in the world. Whether you are a natural history buff or seek a relaxing mingle, this museum will entertain the entire family.
10th St. and Constitution Ave., NW Washington, DC 20560
National Museum of American History
Opened in 1964, this museum originally opened as the Museum of History and Technology. It explores the heritage of the United States across the cultural spectrum. Stop by after the Inaugural parade and take a look at the original Star Spangled Banner!
1300 Constitution Ave., NW Washington, DC 20560
National Museum of the American Indian
As one of the newer museums on the mall, this museum and research center explores the history of the Native American Indian and their unique and beautiful culture.
4th Street and Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC 20560
National Air and Space Museum
Since 1946 the National Air and Space Museum has been educating children and adults alike with a multitude of exhibits involving air and space travel. It holds American relics such as the Spirit of St. Louis, the Wright Flyer, and the Bell X-1.
655 Jefferson Drive, SW Washington, DC 20560
Tours & Tickets
Smithsonian Institution
Free timed-entry passes are required at most reopened museums, galleries, and the zoo
Washington, DC
National Archives
The Rotunda of the Natural Archives Building has reopened with limited capacity, timed-entry tickets must be reserved
Washington, DC
Kennedy Center
The REACH, Victura Park and the JFK memorial in the Grand Foyer are open to the public
Washington, DC
Ford’s Theatre
Museum and Theater are open with limited days and hours, advance tickets are required
Washington, DC
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