Natural World. Open seven days a week, 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., except Dec. 25 and Jan. 20 We're on the National Mall 10th St. & Constitution Ave. NW Washington, D.C. 20560 Free Admission

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Explore the breadth, depth, and splendor of the world's most extensive natural history collection. View some of the most intriguing, beautiful, and awe-inspiring objects in our collection.

Natural history holds the key to Earth’s future. Our mission is to promote understanding of the natural world and our place in it. The museum’s collections tell the history of the planet and are …

When the “new” U.S. National Museum building, now known as the National Museum of Natural History (NMNH), opened its doors on March 17, 1910, it housed art, culture, history, and …

The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History virtual tours allow visitors to take self-guided, room-by-room tours of select exhibits and areas within the museum from their desktop …

In this university-like atmosphere, scientists delve deep into the history of our planet and the processes and peoples that shape it today. Museum explorers travel to ocean depths, the …

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We offer natural history science programs, resources, and professional development to support educators teaching students in grades K to 12.

There are many ways you can bring the National Museum of Natural History to your home or classroom. Our digital offerings range from virtual tours of exhibits to distance learning …