An American History Experience Like No Other
Coming Soon
Powered by AI, Personalized by You
Powered by artificial intelligence, this all-new exhibit brings more than two million historic records to life and offers you a personalized journey through the nation’s past.
At the start of each visit, you’re invited to scan a QR code and choose the topics that interest you most. As you move through the galleries, you’ll be shown records and stories tailored to your interests.
Originals Up Close
Encounter one-of-a-kind original documents from across the nation’s history. Coupled with immersive technology in each gallery, see history up close.
Featuring
William Stone Copper Engraving
Stone Copy of The Declaration of Independence
The Louisiana Purchase
George Washington’s Annotated Copy of the U.S. Constitution
Rotating Native American Treaties
Discover Images, Artifacts, and Film
Experience the breadth of the American story through original and digitized images, patents, artifacts, and film.
Featuring
Wright Brothers Flying Machine Patent
March on Washington pennant carried by Edith Lee-Payne
Ansel Adams Original Photographs
Presidential Gifts
Footage from the Apollo 11 Mission
Where History Meets Play
Step into the Discovery Center and experience the National Archives in action through educational games in the Archives Arcade and Family Room. Learn about the three branches of government by playing the “Clause of Power” or get your groove on by recreating dance moves from historic footage in “Democracy Disco.”
The country’s 250th anniversary is just around the corner.
Plan your visit today!
ADDRESS & HOURS
701 Constitution Ave. NW,
Washington, DC 20408
10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Open daily except for
Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
Due to the federal government shutdown, the National Archives Museum in Washington, DC is closed.
Help tell America’s story:
one exhibit, one event, one visitor at a time.
The American Story and the Discovery Center were made possible thanks to our generous donors.
An American History Experience Like No Other
Coming Soon
Powered by AI, Personalized by You
Powered by artificial intelligence, this all-new exhibit brings more than two million historic records to life and offers you a personalized journey through the nation’s past.
At the start of each visit, you’re invited to scan a QR code and choose the topics that interest you most. As you move through the galleries, you’ll be shown records and stories tailored to your interests.
Originals Up Close
Encounter one-of-a-kind original documents from across the nation’s history. Coupled with immersive technology in each gallery, see history up close.
Featuring
William Stone Copper Engraving
Stone Copy of The Declaration of Independence
The Louisiana Purchase
George Washington’s Annotated Copy of the U.S. Constitution
Rotating Native American Treaties
Discover Images, Artifacts, and Film
Experience the breadth of the American story through original and digitized images, patents, artifacts, and film.
Featuring
Wright Brothers Flying Machine Patent
March on Washington pennant carried by Edith Lee-Payne
Ansel Adams Original Photographs
Presidential Gifts
Footage from the Apollo 11 Mission
Where History Meets Play
Step into the Discovery Center and experience the National Archives in action through educational games in the Archives Arcade and Family Room. Learn about the three branches of government by playing the “Clause of Power” or get your groove on by recreating dance moves from historic footage in “Democracy Disco.”
The country’s 250th anniversary is just around the corner.
Plan your visit today!
ADDRESS & HOURS
701 Constitution Ave. NW,
Washington, DC 20408
10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Open daily except for
Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
Due to the federal government shutdown, the National Archives Museum in Washington, D.C. is closed.
Help tell America’s story:
one exhibit, one event, one visitor at a time.
The American Story and the Discovery Center were made possible thanks to our generous donors.