American History Museum Archives - What To See In Washington DC

Why You Should Visit This 250-Year-Old Artifact at American History

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July 4, 1776, was only the beginning of our War for Independence. In September 1776, we'd lost New York City to the British occupation. By October, they were ready to push through Lake Champlain and divide New York from the New England colonies. The American forces under Benedict Arnold hastily built a fleet of small…

7 Essential DC Locations for South Carolinians to See This Memorial Day

HolidaysMay 15, 20261KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Are you heading up from South Carolina to Washington, DC for Memorial Day in honor of America's 250th birthday? Here are seven must-see places for your trip. 1) Arlington National Cemetery This is the centerpiece of our national remembrances on Memorial Day. Over 400,000 people who fought for our country are buried here, dating back…

The 3 Most Popular Smithsonian Museums to Visit This Spring

MuseumsFebruary 28, 20253KViews 0Likes 0Comments

These three museums are the most popular for a reason. They're interesting and accessible for all ages, perfect for curious kids and parents. National Air and Space Museum Airplanes and space exploration are cool, and we got from one to the other 66 years. See that history starting with the Wright flier all the way…

3 Unusual Places to Find Fashion in the Smithsonian

MuseumsFebruary 7, 20253KViews 0Likes 0Comments

The Smithsonian isn't exactly known for its fashion. The biggest exhibits that come to mind are the First Ladies' Dresses or Entertainment Nation. But here are a few unexpected exhibits you can find fashion in the Smithsonian. 1) America By Air- Air and Space Museum This exhibit covers the history of commercial aviation in the…

A Family Guide to Visiting the American History Museum: Everything You Need to Know

MuseumsDecember 31, 20244KViews 0Likes 0Comments

“We’ve been here two hours and only seen half the first floor.” An awed father said this to his son as they walked past us during our recent visit to American History. His comment is so relatable because many people struggle with this museum’s size. It’s a wonderful way to explore American history hands-on with…

3 Exhibits to See in Washington DC Before They’re Gone Forever

ExhibitDecember 13, 2024247Views 0Likes 0Comments

DC museums have an ever-rotating assortment of temporary exhibits on view. Many are once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to observe art, documents, and artifacts you would otherwise have to travel the world to see. Here are three can't-miss exhibits to see before they close soon. 1) Paris 1874: The Impressionist Movement View the works of impressionists and Salon…

The Top 3 Smithsonian Museums to Visit This Labor Day Weekend

MuseumsAugust 31, 2024482Views 0Likes 0Comments

Pick one of these museums and pack the kids in the car for a fun Labor Day weekend trip. All three museums offer a unique, fun experience for the whole family. Option #1: National Air and Space Museum Explore the world of air travel, from flying cars to space capsules. They just finished renovating the…

3 Places to Find Flags at the American History Museum

MuseumsJune 14, 20241KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Today is Flag Day, the day we celebrate and remember the stars and stripes being adopted as our nation's flag. Since then, it's become a symbol of patriotism and freedom worldwide. In honor of Flag Day, here are three places you can see flags on display at the American History Museum. 1) Flag Hall The…

Remembering WWI with a New Memorial

Exhibit, MemorialsApril 6, 2024756Views 0Likes 0Comments

One hundred and seven years ago, we entered WWI when Congress declared war on Germany. The terrible effects of this war resulted in the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery. It also gave us the DC War Memorial built by local Washington DC residents to honor local casualties. Now, a new monument…

Dorothy’s Ruby Slipper Conservation: 7 Facts You May Not Know

MuseumsDecember 11, 2023481Views 0Likes 0Comments

Dorothy's ruby slippers were in poor shape when the Smithsonian acquired them in 1979. Because costume designers considered them a disposable film prop, they threw them into a storage room and forgotten about. The slippers remained in that same neglected condition for years as they sat on display in the American History Museum. In 2016,…