Washington D.C.: Specialty Museum
Places and attractions in the Specialty museum category
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- Museum
- Park
- Monuments and statues
- Church
- History museum
- Memorial
- Library
- Gothic Revival architecture
- Bridge
- Neighbourhood
- Street
- Art museum
- Historical place
- Specialty museum
- Theater
- Shopping
- Concerts and shows
- Neoclassical architecture
- Nightlife
- Greek Revival architecture
- Beaux-Arts architecture
- Cemetery
- Vernacular architecture
- Romanesque architecture
- Colonial revival architecture
- Art gallery
- Dancing
- Sculpture
- Georgian architecture
- Architecture
- Victorian architecture
- Sport
- Sport venue
- Garden
- Romanesque revival architecture
- Italianate architecture
- Sacred and religious sites
- Neo-renaissance architecture
- Palladian architecture
- Synagogue
- Arenas and stadiums
- Modernist architecture
- Queen Anne architecture
- Memorial site
- View point
- Restaurant
- Military museum
- Waterfront
- Lake
- Reportedly haunted
- Modern art museum
- Shopping centre
- Art Deco architecture
- Universities and schools
- Natural attraction
- Cinema
- Area
- Tower
- Market
- Interesting neighbourhood
- Tudor Revival architecture
- Sailing
National Air and Space Museum
Exhibit-filled trip across the universe The National Air and Space Museum, an iconic institution in Washington D.C., United States, serves as a testament to the human quest for flight and the exploration of the cosmos. As part of the Smithsonian Institution, the museum houses the world's largest collection...
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
Living remembrance of the Holocaust Nestled in the heart of the nation's capital, the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum stands as a solemn testament to one of the darkest chapters in human history. This poignant institution, dedicated to documenting, studying, and interpreting the history of the...
Newseum
Interactive museum devoted to journalism The Newseum, located in the heart of Washington D.C., stands as a tribute to the evolution and importance of the press and the First Amendment to the United States Constitution. This modern museum, which opened its doors in 2008, offers an interactive experience...
National Museum of the American Indian
Native American culture and history Nestled on the National Mall in Washington D.C., the National Museum of the American Indian stands as a testament to the rich and diverse cultures of Native Americans. This contemporary museum, opened in September 2004, is dedicated to the life, languages, literature...
Smithsonian Institution Building
National landmark and information center The Smithsonian Institution Building, fondly known as the "Castle," stands as an iconic centerpiece in the heart of Washington D.C. This grand edifice, with its distinctive red sandstone and Norman-style features, serves as the administrative hub and visitor center for...
National Archives Building
The National Archives Building in Washington D.C. stands as a monumental repository of America's documentary heritage. This iconic structure, located in the heart of the nation's capital, houses some of the most important documents in the United States' history...
International Spy Museum
Interactive exhibits about espionage Steeped in the shadowy world of espionage, the International Spy Museum in Washington D.C. is a unique treasure trove of intrigue and mystery. This museum offers an immersive journey into the clandestine operations and intelligence activities that have shaped...
National Museum of Crime and Punishment
The National Museum of Crime and Punishment, often simply referred to as the Crime Museum, offers a stark and intriguing journey through the history of crime and its consequences in the United States. Located in the heart of Washington D.C., this museum provides an...
National Postal Museum
U.S. mail from the past to the present The National Postal Museum, located opposite Union Station in Washington, D.C. United States, was established through joint agreement between the United States Postal Service and the Smithsonian Institution and opened in 1993.
National Museum of Women in the Arts
The National Museum of Women in the Arts, located in Washington, D.C. is "the only major museum in the world solely dedicated" to celebrating women's achievements in the visual, performing, and literary arts.
United States Navy Memorial
The United States Navy Memorial is a memorial in Washington, D.C. honoring those who have served or are currently serving in the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and the Merchant Marine.
Petersen House
The Petersen House is a 19th-century federal style row house located at 516 10th Street NW in Washington, D.C. On April 15, 1865, United States President Abraham Lincoln died there after being shot the previous evening at Ford's Theatre, located across the street.
Octagon House
The Octagon House, also known as the Colonel John Tayloe III House, is located at 1799 New York Avenue, Northwest in the Foggy Bottom neighborhood of Washington, D.C.
Lillian & Albert Small Capital Jewish Museum
The Capital Jewish Museum, officially the Lillian & Albert Small Capital Jewish Museum, is a historical society and its planned museum in Washington, D.C. focused on the history of Jewish life in the American capital city and the surrounding Washington metropolitan area.
Historical Society of Washington
The Historical Society of Washington, D.C. also called the DC History Center, is an educational foundation dedicated to preserving and displaying the history of Washington, D.C. The society provides lectures, exhibits, classes, and community events. It runs a museum, library, and publishes the journal Washington History.
American Red Cross National Headquarters
The American Red Cross National Headquarters is located at 430 17th Street NW in Washington, D.C. Built between 1915 and 1917, it serves both as a memorial to women who served in the American Civil War and as the headquarters building for the American Red Cross. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1965.
Woodrow Wilson House
Jackson-Reed High School, formerly Woodrow Wilson High School, is a public high school in Washington, D.C. It serves grades 9 through 12 as part of the District of Columbia Public Schools. The school sits in the Tenleytown neighborhood, at the intersection of Chesapeake Street and Nebraska Avenue NW.
Museum of the Bible
The Museum of the Bible is a museum in Washington D.C. which documents the narrative, history, and impact of the Bible. It opened on November 17, 2017, and has 1,150 items in its permanent collection and 2,000 items on loan from other institutions and collections.
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