National Museum of American History Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the National Museum of American History. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

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The National Museum of American History offers free admission to all visitors. No tickets are required to enter the museum. Both private and small-group guided tours of the museum are available and cost around US$90. Some tours include stops at other Smithsonian museums including the National Air and Space Museum.

To avoid large crowds, the best time to visit the National Museum of American History is on a weekday, especially Tuesday through Thursday. Mornings are typically less crowded, so try to arrive near the museum’s 10am opening time. Consider visiting in the fall (September to November) or winter (January to February) when there are fewer tourists compared to the summer months.

A typical tour of the National Museum of American History takes about 2–3 hours, depending on your pace and interest in the exhibits. If you're keen on exploring specific collections in detail, such as the First Ladies' dresses, the American presidency, or the American Cultures exhibit, you may want to spend more time. A quick visit to see the main highlights can be done in just 1–2 hours.

Yes, the National Museum of American History is accessible for visitors with disabilities. The museum is wheelchair accessible, including entrances, exhibit spaces, and restrooms. Wheelchairs are available free of charge on a first come, first served basis. There are elevators to all floors of the museum. Assistive listening devices are also available.

Some prominent exhibits at the National Museum of American History include the American Presidency, which highlights the lives and legacies of US presidents; the First Ladies' Dresses, which displays the gowns worn by US First Ladies at inaugural balls and other official events; and the Star-Spangled Banner, which is dedicated to the flag that inspired the national anthem.