About this site
High-value history museum / founding documents destination in Washington, added under the full-baseline expansion standard.
Why it made the universeHigh-value Europe/U.S. expansion toward 350
Museums
National Archives Museum
Washington · District of Columbia · United States
USANo ticket recorded38.8921° N · 77.0230° WHistory Museum / Founding Documents
Visit today
- Opening hours
- Daily 10:00–17:30; closed Thanksgiving and Christmas.
- Last entry
- Check the official date-specific schedule; arrive well before closing.
- Time to allow
- 1.5–2 hours
Tickets & entry
- Tickets
- Use the official visitor/ticket page for current admission or free-entry requirements.
- Price
- Free admission; free general tickets available, optional $1 timed-entry reservation can reduce waits.
Getting there
- Public transport
- Major urban transit/rideshare access available; use the official visitor page for the best current route.
- Parking
- Parking is limited or paid at most urban sites; public transit is recommended where practical.
- Accessibility
- Accessible entrance and museum facilities; visitor assistance available.
Know before you go
- Bags
- Security and bag policies apply; travel light and check current official guidance.
- House rules
- Last admission 30 minutes before closing; security screening required.
On site
- Food & drink
- On-site or nearby dining is available; follow attraction-specific food and drink rules.
Record status
- Selection
- EXPANSION_ADDED
- Video research
- EXACT-MATCH VERIFIED — CARD READY
Videos & visitor guides
Official attraction videos appear first when verified, followed by exact-match informational travel guides.
Map & location
701 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20408, United States
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