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The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History preserves our nation’s collections and tells a full and complex history of the United States.
Overview
Added
March 17, 2026
Subject & domain
social-studies · historical-events-movements
Grade range
Grade 5–Grade 12 (Senior)
Page kind
Other
Introduction
National Museum of American History Overview
- Operating Hours: Open daily from 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
- Admission: Free.
- Upcoming 250th Anniversary (2026): The museum is preparing for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
- 2026 Exhibition: A building-wide exhibition will feature 250 objects exploring the pursuit of American ideals.
- Featured Preservation: The Revolutionary War gunboat Philadelphia is currently on view as part of the lead-up to the 2026 celebration.
- Mission: To serve as a custodian of national treasures and empower the public to create a just and compassionate future by exploring and sharing the complexity of the American past.
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