History museum

National Building Museum

92 locals recommend,

Tips from locals

Flavia
November 29, 2019
The National Building museum has an imposing architecture. Many art exhibitions take place there even if is not that well known place, is a must to see.
Mark
April 16, 2019
Absolutely gorgeous building - even if it's just to peak inside. They have a rotating exhibit typically.
Claire
January 17, 2019
One of the best museums in DC and home to inaugural balls. Take a tour of the actual building - find out why the stairs are such a low incline, fun facts about the ceiling and HVAC, and how they made the columns. Make sure to get to the gift shop for unique and fun gifts!
Christine
February 3, 2017
Architectural museum, not free, but great exhibits
Jennifer
November 28, 2016
Admire the National Building Museum's massive Great Hall and its 75-foot-high Corinthian columns. It's a great place for younger kids to play, especially in the "building zone" play area specifically for small kids.

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Location
401 F St NW
Washington, DC
Northwest Washington