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National Archives Museum
701 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20408, United States
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Review №1

As a naturalized citizen, world historian and American patriot born in India, I felt it an honor to go visit the National archives museum to see the foundation on which our government has been built upon. It is a shame that too many have forgotten the basic principles on which our founding fathers set out to build this great nation. We are the leaders of all of the free world, as long as we stuck to these principles. At the time it was written, it only applied to rich, white landowners, and rather than simply extending the same equality of freedoms to all of the oppressed, so many acts, laws, bills clogged up our government system causing it to run slow.When theres too much junk in the system, it needs to cleaned and updated regularly but that only happens if people participate in the process, stay informed and do their due diligence rather than just being pawns in someone elses chess game.Heres some tips:Take your family. Make a reservation. Bring paper, and take notes when you go visit.Pick up some gifts at the shop.Other places to see:Museum of the Bible (yes the Bible playeda role in shaping of the country)George Mason memorialJames Madison museum (Charlottesville museum)National art galleryMuseum of African American History & cultureMuseum of native American historyOther local museums, galleries and exhibits in D.c. and your local city, state attractions.Cut the cord to your television and go out and learn. The world perceives Americans as bunch of ignorant, illiterate, insensitive brutes. Go out and PROVE THEM WRONG. We are the melting pot of the world. Everyone has something wonderful to bring.This was taken on the day of MillionMAGAMarch.

Ka
Review №2

Phenomenal! Mind Blowing experience to see and be close to something that George Washington and B Franklin had their hands on and signed. Fantastic. Due to Covid no other place could be observed or used. But it was still fantastic

Kr
Review №3

History of how we started and where we are now can be found here. We were treated to additional information from a few of the guards there. I never expected them to be as knowlegable about history as they are about their jobs. Blew my mind in a good way. Get there early and dont think you have alot of time, these guys are serious when your time is up.

Br
Review №4

Very interesting but not 100% open yet. Still enough there to make it worth the trip.

St
Review №5

Very cool place that maybe some Congress people need to visit. The line or lack of was not well organized to see the Declaration of independence, Constitution and Bill of Rights...pretty much a free for all. Need to form a single line and keep it moving :)

Ve
Review №6

In this building they house the constitution, the bill of rights and the declaration of independence. You arent aloud to take pictures, due to the fact the documents and other items are photosensitive. But I recommend everyone to make their first stop here to see history. It was beautiful, not enough words can describe whats in this building. Check it out, you will be glad you did.

Fa
Review №7

Where our most important documents are stored. The declaration and Constitution. You must go just to see that paper. There is more to do in there as well. A museum and lots of other documents to see. The mural is amazing that sits over the documents.

Ya
Review №8

It was a great experience! There will be a line to get in cause it is FREE but please for the love of all that is good in this world - be ready to have your bags checked! Its almost like airport security- so get ready!!! Dont be the person that slows the line down! And... you cannot take pictures at all!

Je
Review №9

Well laid out with directions to navigate. No photography allowed anywhere inside the building. In the Rotunda they wont allow you to even have your cell phone out. This is where the Constitution, Declaration of Independence, and Bill of Rights are located, along with other documents. Lots of interactive displays and other historical documents from our nations history. Surprisingly good museum to take kids that are maybe 7+.There is a replica of the Resolute desk (desk of the President from the oval office). The gift shop is one of the best in the different Smithsonians. Wide variety of stuff including NASA, cherry blossom stuff, presidential items, and many more. Tons of books and kid gifts.

Ro
Review №10

In terms of the displays and information shared this is one of the best done of all the museum options in DC. The display of the 3 founding documents elicits goosebumps (no picture taking allowed anywhere inside) and several other really great displays demonstrating the width and breadth of information the National Archives maintains, preserves, and restores. If youre into history at all, this is a must visit. Check the website about peak times and reserved visits. We visited on Presidents Day weekend and were there at open on Sunday and walked right in.

Mo
Review №11

Absolutely amazing! Seeing to original documents of our country brought tears to my eyes. Makes me proud to be an American. No photos can be taken anywhere in the building. The light causes damage to the documents. Yes. Even flashes from phones and cameras cause damage. The security guards were great. Very friendly and helpful. Two of the guards talked and joked with us as we were leaving. Couldnt have asked for a better visit.

Er
Review №12

Whats not to love? The Constitution, Declaration of Independence, and some other neat exhibits. Did someone say Magna Carts? No photos allowed inside.

Je
Review №13

I really did enjoy checking out everything they had to offer. There were so many, many, many, lolbvs. Make sure you do not miss out on this stop. Some of it can be hard to read, but for the age of the stuff, it is impressive it still exists! You are not allowed to to take pictures anymore and you will be confronted if they see your phone out. They have gotten tired of telling people not to use their flash around the documents so it is easier and protects the documents if they do not allow pictures.

Su
Review №14

Wow! The Rotunda is something that would stay in our memory for very long. Amazing efforts to preserve the memories of the hard earned independence. Loved the displays. The store had very good souvenirs given that we cant take any photos inside the building. Souvenirs are the only way we live back those memories. A Must Visit Place.

Po
Review №15

Such a beautiful and interactive museum. It is more formal than the Smithsonian museums, but I believe it is a must if you have time to look around. They have reserved tickets, but I did not get them and had no problems getting in.

Ja
Review №16

Great place to go see the most important documents in our history. No photography or video allowed. It is pretty crowded. Staff is very friendly.

Vi
Review №17

There is a lot of history here. You can see the original documents signed by people like George Washington.

Ha
Review №18

So powerful and sacred to view the documents on display here!It’s typically worth it to reserve a time online to be able to skip the line getting in to the museum. It’s also open a little bit later than other ones so you could try going later to also not have to wait as long since it can be crowded. It’s really worth the extra effort though!

Mi
Review №19

Certainly a must do for anyone visiting Washington. There are lots to see but the key is the main room where you can see the original Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill of Rights in the Rotunda for the Charters of Freedom. there are more historical documents but these are the key ones. The rotunda itself is quite a spectacular room but unfortunately you are not allowed to take pictures. This is free to visit and great for all the family

De
Review №20

Absolutely wonderful to see the U.S. Constitution and the Declaration of Independence. So moving. I was in awe and I believe everyone who passes through that room is also!

Jo
Review №21

Great free museum i even enjoyed being patted down before entering.

Br
Review №22

This is one of the coolest museums ever. It is so cool to see some of the most important and prominent documents of our country in history. The building has amazing architecture and exhibits. You learn so much by visiting. You cannot miss this museum!

Ma
Review №23

Fascinating museum. Absolutely loved it (but bear in mind Im a bit of an American history nerd ). Very efficient security, very clean inside, and the Rotunda (where the Declaration, Constitution, and Bill of Rights are displayed) is fantastic. We went on a Sunday in winter and it wasnt busy, but Ive seen lines wrap around the building before, so just keep that in mind!

Ma
Review №24

The amount of security around the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution should remind us of how serious we should revere and continue to safeguard it as a nation. Overall, there is so much to take in here and I feel like I could spend the whole day at any one of these museums educating my children about American history and the freedom that allows for so much creativity.

Wi
Review №25

I was so surprised at how cool the building is! I did get lost going to the rotunda (where the three documents are located) but I eventually got there. I was able to walk right in and right up to them without any problems. Perks of going during the off season.

An
Review №26

What an amazing collection of history. The magna carta and declaration of independence were the obvious high points. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We stopped in the basement cafeteria for a late lunch and found it to be quite good and fairly priced. You will need hours to fully appreciate all this museum has to offer.

Ma
Review №27

Great place to visit. Youll learn what it takes to a real American. Photos are not allowed inside only outside.

Mi
Review №28

If youre a little legal nerd like me the hall holding the Bill of Rights, Declaration of Independence and original Constitution. The architecture is amazing inside the hall and the elevators are gold with detailed engravings of the Declaration of Independence. The security Guards were so cool and easy going but thorough with checks.The Vietnam war exhibition was a highlight although wont be around forever so check out one of the most misunderstood wars that America has ever participated inHeaps of information available after the security check station when you enter the foyer and theres wifi too.

Ki
Review №29

The line was long but it was worth the wait

Ti
Review №30

Out of all the museums I visited, this one had the most personable and kind security guards. They were all smiling, fun, and not afraid to crack a joke. The one in the document room pointing out Easter eggs in the murals was amazing!!

St
Review №31

It was very inspiring to see the Constitution and the Bill of Rights.

Al
Review №32

Amazing museum,great exhibition of maps

A
Review №33

Very cool museum. They have exhibits showing how they store documents, and they also have an exhibit which you get to learn about our nations past and the struggles of inequality the US has faced. Most importantly you can see the Declaration of Independence, Bill of Rights, and the Constitution.

Fi
Review №34

Incredible fantastic place! You can to there with whole your family and everyone will find something interesting for himself. You can spend there long hours, walking through all this amazing exhibitions. And the best one... its totally free of charge! On the place you will find also very nice restaurant with quite tasty food. There is also playground for small children. Go there with your family for fantastic day!

Jo
Review №35

Very interesting museum, the founding documents to the United States are located here. Theres very few areas that you can take pictures of inside. There was very little wait to see the Bill of Rights, Declaration of Independence and Constitution. The guards will tell you if theres a gap to view them to take it, dont wait in line. I also enjoyed the other exhibitions the temporary one regarding the Vietnam War was very good. I like how they broke it up in to key points in time and showed first hand documents that illustrated the key points. Im not sure how kid friendly this particular museum is because a lot of the exhibits are supported by documents you have to read so Im not sure it would hold their attention.

Do
Review №36

A lot more to see there than just our founding documents. The Public Vault is a series of great exhibits showing not only the variety of things stored but what you can do with them. My favorite was a family trying to prove if their grandfather was a citizen... Attached picture was in the voting booth set up in the exhibit honoring the 100th anniversary of womens right to vote. The collected peoples vote for the top 3 issues they thought were important.

Sh
Review №37

Remarkable to see the original founding documents of the country! We were not able to book a tour online two days before so we went there on Sat afternoon - the line and the waiting time was not long. Worth going!

Ma
Review №38

Fascinating historical documents outlining a great vision of democracy. It is truly a treasure to the public. They also have some great exhibits focusing on the science and advancements in documenting in general, from paper to computers.

Da
Review №39

Wonderful Experience seeing our Constitution of the United States. So much went into starting up our Great Country and the exhibits in the National Archives made you feel so much a part of it!

An
Review №40

You get to see history in the making, with some of the most important documents of all time. The original Constitution and Bill of Rights. You cannot take pictures in this museum. Its important that you remember because they could kick you out if you do.

Ni
Review №41

This is a very neat experience. There’s so much more to see than just the Constitution, Bill of Rights, and Declaration of Independence. No pictures allowed, so you gotta check it out for yourself.

Jo
Review №42

Seeing the Declaration of Independence was something I will never forget! So much other history in this building also.

Sa
Review №43

I dont think the security at the museum has got the memo as they were going all rude and loud on visitors old and young alike. The experience reminded me of a particular prison movie series on TV which shouldnt come to mind when visiting an attraction. Maybe its an American thing to treat tourists this way but we from the UK find it completely inappropriate and definitely rude. The archives were good but I have to admit that we didnt get over the initial experience till later on.

Cu
Review №44

So much to see in here besides the three documents. Have an original Magna Carta also. No picture taking

Cu
Review №45

If you visit Washington, you really should take the time to swing in for a visit. We were there in August, so it was a welcome retreat from the heat, also not at all crowded. I saw the Declaration, the Constitution, and many others, literally in front of me, very cool.The gift shop is well stocked and has some unique items for history buffs, bathrooms were spacious and clean. We were part of a bus group so I cant comment on parking.

Ka
Review №46

It was so cool that we got to see the real Declaration of Independence, Bill of Rights, and Constitution! The architecture of this place was beautiful!

He
Review №47

Great museum! Saw the declaration of Independence, Constitution and Bill of Rights. Recommend going during the week to avoid the long lines. Rotunda has nine eagles...try to locate it all!

We
Review №48

Really enjoyed all this place has to offer. A look at the real declaration of independence, constitution, and the bill of rights. There are many other exibits to see as well.

Da
Review №49

There is something special about seeing the Constitution and Bill of Rights. The archives have done a great job not only presenting them, but telling their story in a concise way. Every person who enjoys freedom, not just Americans, should visit this exhibit.

Re
Review №50

A must see and do activity when you are in Washington DC! I suggest spending the $1 fee to have a guaranteed time to see the archives. If not you will end up waiting in line for long periods of time. Everyone was pleasant to interact with, The security guards made it fun to have bags checked and offered witty jokes for the kids. We enjoyed our slow walk and adventure about the archives learning about important time periods and historic moments which are outlined for your viewing. At no point were my 10 yr old and 13 yr old bored from this experience. You are engaged with activities and learning every corridor. Seeing our Declaration of Independence and the Constitution was important to my daughters. There was a small line, however it went quickly, and allowed each individual to spend the time they wanted to review and see it.

Br
Review №51

Doesnt get much cooler than to see the Constitution, Declaration of Independence and the Bill of Rights among many other historical documents and signatures. Well worth a visit.

Pe
Review №52

Great place to see history preserved. The Constitution and the Bill of Rights. Usually long lines but goes quickly.

Ga
Review №53

I admire the goal of the National Archives Museum. Maintaining historic and important documents for all Americans to enjoy is a worthy aim. I think the Archives achieves this on most levels. But unfortunately, not on all levels. There are many factors at play that make achieving total integration here difficult. Namely, the historical domination of white men in the country is shown rather well in the Archives, not just intentionally but unintentionally. There are also contemporary political factors that go against the museum.The main vault is a good example of this. The national documents are surrounded by huge paintings of the founding fathers. I can see that the Archives did this to give off a feeling of the founding of America, as to set the tone for observing the documents. But what you unfortunately get surrounding the founding documents of the nation are large groups of white men. In Judith Baca’s essay “Whose Monument Where? Public Art in a Many-Cultured Society,” she points out how some public monuments and art pieces can glorify a part of the past that minorities may not even belong to,1 and she would probably argue such is the case for the vault. I personally do not buy into analyses that minorities don’t share and participate in the legacy of the founding fathers, as minorities are still Americans, even if they’re disadvantaged in the country. I also highly respect the founding fathers. But I can imagine it can be hard for many minorities to feel that whenever the founding documents of the country are surrounded by white men.I also worry about political influences in the museum. As Adrian Piper pointed out in “Some thoughts on the Political Character of this Situation,” museums are spaces where unseen and subtle political battles and influences take place.2 I think that reverence for the founding fathers in our political system may have played some part in how the vault is presented, for example. But it doesn’t end there.The 2017 Women’s March picture outside the women’s suffrage exhibit is a good example. The picture displays the anti-Trump sentiment of the march in the form of anti-Trump protest signs, as well as the vulgar sexual language used. But originally, these were all censored. The official reason was to maintain a family-friendly museum.3 But I feel like much of this was to avoid criticism and retaliation by the President. Besides that, it was still distorting important components of the women’s march that the public would need to understand the history of.Regardless, I still feel that the archives were trying and did a decent job with integrating all Americans into its heritage. It did include interesting exhibits about attaining the American promise in terms of political rights for African Americans and women. The museum also edited back the Women’s March picture to the original image. As a queer woman, I still walked out of the museum proud to be an American.But at the same time, I feel as though it could be better._________1Baca, Judith, “Whose Monument Where? Public Art in a Many-Cultured Society.” Mapping the Terrain: New Genre Public Art, pp 131-1322Piper, Adrian, “Some Thoughts on the Political Character of this Situation,” Art of Conscience: The Lost Decade (Dayton, OH: Wright University, 1980); republished in Adrian Piper, Out of Order, Out of Sight, vol 2, Selected Writings in Art Criticism 1967 – 1992 (Cambridge, MA; MIT Press, 1996)3Tucker, Jennifer and Rutland, Peter, “How the National Archives’ Notorious Alteration of a Women’s March Photo is Part of a Long American Tradition.” artnet news, January 2020.

De
Review №54

Only four stars because it was not well organized. There was an apparent queue to see the Constitution and Declaration of Independence but the guard that meets you at the door said thats not a line. It sure looked like one to everyone else.

Te
Review №55

Must see in DC. Quick tip: go closer to closing time to avoid crowds. They close the doors 30 min before the museum closes, so the crowds are better then.The main attractions are obviously amazing, but the hidden gems everywhere else are just as cool. I found the Emancipation Proclamation while randomly walking around. So special to see that history in person.

Lo
Review №56

This is one of many must see museums in DC but absolutely tops on our list. There’s so much more than you can imagine! It’s worth the line and plan on spending some real time here.

Br
Review №57

Truly awe inspiring. Everyone should go to the National Archives at least once, to see the documents that have laid out the basis for our great country.

Da
Review №58

I love museums that overdeliver, and the National Archives do exactly that. Theres so much more than the founding documents here. Plan to spend at least an afternoon here!

ma
Review №59

Very few people, with lots of interesting information about the documents and founders. There is more to the Archives than the founding documents, so make sure you take time to go through their other exhibits. A must-see if you are visiting DC!

Ar
Review №60

This place is entrusted with the safeguard of the Constitution, Bill of Rights, and the Declaration of Independence. With that being said, they are also in public display for everyone to see, which is a testament to how committed the National Archives is to be fully transparent with its visitors. On top of that, it is also a place where you can go and do extensive research if you enter the opposite side of the building from where the museum is located. Needless to say, this is truly a fascinating place to come visit and I highly recommend coming here.It is very clean, the bathrooms are well kept, the marble in the interior is quite beautiful, and even the exterior of the building tells an interesting story if you look at the frieze and the statues outside and learn what they all represent.

Jo
Review №61

There are many great historical artifacts here and Im always impressed how much the staff know about history. This is a place where you can spend a quarter of a day easily.

Je
Review №62

Super rude security guard in the rotunda. I witnessed the guard yelling at multiple people including a woman for taking a photo of the ceiling... he tells her to come to the front of the group of us he was addressing and then had her march over to the bill of rights, he made this huge group it is wait while she did this, when she came back he said “could you see the words on the bill of rights?” She said yes, he said oh you must have good eyes, in a failed attempt to explain their archaic no photography rule, he was just so rude and immature. They seem to think they are a bouncer at some nightclub. Zero stars. Chastising grown women in front of a group? Where did they get trained and who’s their boss?

Ju
Review №63

Love this place. Besides all the historical primary source documents covering all aspects of American history, both good and bad, the Rotunda hosts the amazing foundational documents that make the United States of America so exceptional. Read the Declaration and the Constitution and the Amendments protecting our Rights. The misguided Governor of California needs to visit the Rotunda, walk right up to the document containing the Bill of Rights, and right in the middle of the large sheet, written in clear and precise words: “A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.” #2A

oo
Review №64

See the Dec of Independence. Visit in a time when there is less crowd so u can take time to look at the exhibits and listen to stories... Some of side museum stuff needs serious uplift and improvement....

Mi
Review №65

Thoroughly enjoyed the National Archive Museum. Everything is easy to get to. The exhibits are all well explained and there is plenty of room.We could have spent all day there and still not seen or listened to everything.

Ni
Review №66

This museum stores the Declaration of Independence & the Constitution. That is enough reason to visit it. It might get busy during the day and there can be a wait of 30-40 minutes before you can enter it. So just take that into account. Especially on hot days.

Me
Review №67

We took an excellent private tour of the building. Definitely recommend scheduling one before your visit. Got a great history lesson and got to see some of our nations founding documents.

Jo
Review №68

Amazing getting to see the declaration of independence and the constitution among other things. Would definitely return if I return to DC.

Ke
Review №69

Pretty neat. Went there to try and steal the declaration of Independence. Its not as easy as they make it look in the movies, so that was a minor disappointment. On the plus side I also got to enjoy reading the Constitution and the Bill of Rights among other documents that are well preserved in a controlled environment. They have a couple other exhibits and galleries, but those were not as interesting as seeing the real stuff to really feel the importance of why controlled archiving is important.

On
Review №70

All American should try their best to go here. Although no photography is allowed and the wait is usually long the experience of standing in a room with OUR most treasured Documents, the very foundation of our freedoms we enjoy today, is indescribable. Awe perhaps is all I can offer. They bind us together with our great diversity and different political associations and our common existence as Americans. 10 stars.

Ma
Review №71

This is a must visit museum for all Americans. This houses all the documents drafted by our nations founding fathers. Displayed behind glass allows visitors to observe them from just inches away, truly an amazing experience.

Ca
Review №72

The exhibition of the womens suffrage movement was very inspiring! This museum also displays the most important documents in our nations history: The Declaration of Independence and The Constitution!!

He
Review №73

I highly recommend the exhibit on American women and the vote that is at the Archives until January 2021. Seeing the Constitution and Declaration are also great but depending on how crowded the museum is, you may not get time to look at them for more than a few seconds.Your visit can be strongly affected by your interactions with museum security. This past visit, I was only at the museum for 90 minutes and in that time, I got yelled at by two security guards. One at the entrance and the other 10 minutes later. The museum would benefit with more signage explaining museum rules (so that visitors might not be yelled at for breaking rules theyre not aware of in the first place) and some more training for security guards on how not to treat visitors like criminals.

Ja
Review №74

Great atmosphere and what a learning experience!

E.
Review №75

This is where the documents are! The Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, even the Magna Carte, and so many others....... The National Archives Museum is the end-all, be-all for history making and changing documents. Go visit!!!

Da
Review №76

This is a great stop - see the Constitution, Declaration of Independence, and many other historical documents. All photography is now prohibited within the museum due to bad apples who ignores the previous no flash photography rule, but its a much better experience without folk obstructing the flow trying to get the perfect social media shot. Go for the experience and history.

Sh
Review №77

The Constitution, bill of rights and other critical documents are housed here. A must visit since you wont find these documents anywhere else in the world :) No photographs are allowed. If you are standing in line to look at the Constitution and other critical documents, you will have to step out of the line to the center of the rotunda to check your phone. Turn off your phone.

Su
Review №78

Infact this place is a National Treasure. They got nice archives and best of all is the letter of Independence. Please keep in mind that photography is not allowed inside the museum.

Ho
Review №79

Wonderful experience. God bless the security guards and gift shop workers who turned in my phone and got it back to me. I would have never in a million years thought I would see it again when I realized what I had done. Thank you! You are all absolutely amazing.

An
Review №80

It can be as quick or long as youd like. Free and educational. Very nicely done.

Mi
Review №81

There was an amazing security man there. I wish I remembered his name. He made the experience even more fun than I expected

De
Review №82

Pretty awesome to see such a profound document. No pictures allowed. Through metal detectors.

Be
Review №83

My son recently saw National Treasure and insisted on visiting the National Archives to see the Declaration of Independence. I never thought a Nicolas Cage movie would be relevant and educational after 15 years of its release.Finding parking was the toughest part of the trip. There are parking spaces scattered around the National Mall but finding an empty spot is not easy. I had to circle around for 10-15 minutes. There seems to be paid parking garages near by as well.The museum itself is nice. When I visited decades ago for my middle school field trip I only recall seeing the documents on display. Now they have a museum section on the lower floor. Still, it only took about 30 minutes to see the entire museum at a very slow pace. So I would not recommend planning your visit solely around seeing this museum.The documents on display are not like what one would see on TV or the internet. They are behind thick glass and difficult to read. Explaining the significance of the documents to your children beforehand will make the trip more meaningful. At least show them National Treasure before visiting.I would have given four stars to the museum but the staff were so friendly I give it a five. The security people at the entrance and throughout the exhibit were super friendly. This is contrary to some security personnel I ran into at other nearby museums.

Ch
Review №84

Unexpectedly an amazing place to visit! Officer Walton went above and beyond his call of duty to engage the audience and share a wealth of knowledge to tourists. He turned a tired afternoon into an exciting one for my sisters and I. We will be repeat visitors, and did I mention its free?!

Me
Review №85

A must see. Full of history with lots to see. The security is everywhere to prevent photography but they were also great at answering questions. We spoke to one employee, Ricardo Williams. He has an amazing personality and was such a pleasure to speak with.

Ja
Review №86

Love the exhibits.....dont love that we were herded like cattle thru the Founding Fathers documents. Barked at by security for having our phones out. We kind of felt like trespassers.

Ro
Review №87

This is a great place! There are tons of historical items in the archives. Something for everyone in the family. One of the coolest exhibits to me was the original Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and the Declaration of Independence. This is a must see in my opinion.They are displayed in The Rotunda, under low light and security. Usually there will be a wait, but it is worth it. Soak up the history! It might even osmosis into the kids.Parking around this area is tough, as is everywhere in Washington.

Ke
Review №88

Was amazing to see our nations historical documents! If you have the time, it is completely worth the visit. Cant take any pictures (least youre not supposed to) just as a heads up.

Da
Review №89

It was kind of tough to see the documents. Some dude kept trying to steal the declaration of Independence. Also, the magna carta sucks

Co
Review №90

Absolutely a must see on a trip. The amount of history here is mind boggling. Definitely take the guided tour!

Da
Review №91

Powerful experience of viewing the declaration of independence, the constitution and bill of rights. Free admission, worth the time.

Ci
Review №92

Good place to explore when in DC. Taking picture is not allowed inside though but great experience overall

Mi
Review №93

My wife and I visited D.C and this was one of the museums we visited. It was one of my favorites! I loved seeing the Constitution, Declaration of independence, and Bill of Rights. The museum had so many other cool things like the Magna Carta, and many other cool things. I highly recommend this amazingly historic museum!

KB
Review №94

This place is a must-see if you are near the National Mall. You could spend an entire day in the Archives, but at a minimum, youve got to see the big ones. They are all in the Rotunda. You can see the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, etc.. Do not try to drive to it though. You can Uber. There is also a metro stop next door... If you are military, they have a social entrance that allows you and a small group to skip the main line on busy days. Just circle around the building and ask the guards. They will help you find it. Also, there is a special entrance for non-tourist people who actually have research or work to do in the Archives. Its fairly easy to get a researcher badge. You just gave to fill a lot of paperwork and get the tour of the work areas.

An
Review №95

Interesting stuff here. You could spend hours if u want to dig into all the exhibits. Constitution and bill of rights and even magna carta docs are here

Al
Review №96

Really interesting place to go. Seeing the actual Declaration of Independence, Bill of Rights, and Constitution are amazing. Remember there are no actual lines to Gerry up to them. If you try to wait in line you will get no where because there is no lines. They tell you this when going into the room, yet out of habit a line forms but never moves because of everyone else that doesnt get sucked into the habit!!

Re
Review №97

Very helpful and nice employees cool place

Jo
Review №98

If you havent been there, you need to go. Its something to see.... our history right out in front of you.

He
Review №99

Nicolas Cage, Nicolas Cage, and I had a great time! It was really cool seeing some of the greatest documents ever written.

Al
Review №100

If youre like me and love to be able to see pieces of history, there is nothing better than seeing the constitution, declaration of independence and bill of rights.

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  • Address:701 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20408, United States
  • Site:https://museum.archives.gov/
  • Phone:+1 202-357-5000
Categories
  • National museum
  • Archive
  • Museum
  • Tourist attraction
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:Closed
  • Wednesday:Closed
  • Thursday:10am–2pm
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:Closed
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible lift:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • Restaurant:Yes
Crowd
  • Family friendly:Yes
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