National Museum of American History - Washington D.C.

14th Street and Constitution Avenue
Phone: (202) 357-2700
Cost: Free
Hours: Daily 10:00 am - 5:30 pm

For the enjoyment of children, the Museum of American History presents the Hands On History Room, Hands On Science Center, Lemelson Center, and the ABC's of American History. In the Hands On History Room, history is placed directly in the hands of children. At this exhibit they will be able to participate in activities such as sending a message by telegraph, and riding on a highwheel bicycle. Children can unravel some of the mysteries of science in the Hands On Scioence Center. It is here where young "Experimenters" can examine DNA, measure distances with a laser, discover the chemical propertioes of common houshold items, measure radioactive hotspots, explore magnetisism, and much more. The Lemelson Center develops programs targeted to expand the study and exploration of invention and innovation among children. The museum fills its rooms with the affluence of American history; Ranging from George Washington's false teeth to the Star-Spangled Banner, this museum showcaes cultural and technological developments of the US. The machine exhibit, located on the ground floor, showcases such objects as railroad locomotives to atom smashers. In contrast the second floor displays people in their home-life, relationships, and community life. As a whole the museum's various floors and galleries, depicts all aspects of the American history.

Events:
07/01 - 11/01 The Nixon White House
10/01 - 01/01 Nobel!: One Hundred Years of the Prize
10/01 - 01/01 Ella Fitzgerald: First Lady of Song

Other things to do in Washington DC

National Air and Space Museum

National Museum of Natural History

National Museum of American History

Union Station

National Gallery of Art

Arlington National Cemetery

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