The Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC is comprised of 16 museums. Here you will find museum profiles and helpful travel tips to assist you as you plan your trip to our nation's capital.
The National Museum of Natural History (NMNH) is part of the Smithsonian Institution. A favorite for kids of all ages, the National Museum of National History offers exhibits such as dinosaur skeletons, ant farms, the Sant Ocean Hall, gems and rocks—including the Hope Diamond, and a wonderful Butterfly Pavilion.
The National Museum of American History is part of the Smithsonian Institution and is located in Washington, DC. Visitors can see over three million artifacts ranging from the original Star-Spangled Banner, Abraham Lincoln's top hat and more.
The National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC is located along the National Mall and is the most popular of the Smithsonian museums. This guide will help you plan your visit to the National Air and Space Museum.
The Washington National Zoo is located at 3001 Connecticut Ave NW
Washington, DC 20008. At the National Zoo visitors can see more than 400 different species of animals. The National Zoo, Washington DC's 163-acre zoological park, find hours, programs and travel information.
The Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery is located in Washington, DC’s Chinatown. Visitors can see photographs, paintings and sculptures.
Visitors to the National Museum of African Art will see a beautiful collection of textiles, masks, tools, ceramics, musical instruments and the much more.
"Barack Obama" a mixed media collage by Shepard Fairey is on display at the National Portrait Gallery in Washington, DC. Get up close to the artwork used in the Obama Campaign.
Washington, DC's National Gallery of Art’s most recent exhibit, Pompeii and the Roman Villa: Art and Culture around the Bay of Naples offers an incredible glimpse into the rich and magnificent culture of the ill-fated Roman city of Pompeii. The exhibit runs from October 2008-March 2009.
The Butterfly Pavilion at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History in Washington, DC is a great place to take the kids as they explore more than 400 butterfly species.
The National Portrait Gallery in Washington, DC will open its newest exhibit, Four Indian Kings September 12, 2008. The exhibit will run through January 25, 2009.
The Smithsonian Museums are known for their world class for exhibits as well as their incredible research facilities. If you are planning a trip to DC you will definitely want to visit one or two of these national treasures and this link will privde you with all the information you need to make your selection.
