Dea Museum and Visitors Center, Arlington

#31 among attractions in Arlington

Museum, Visitor center, Gift shop

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Facts and practical information

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Established: 1999 (25 years ago)Coordinates: 38°51'52"N, 77°3'30"W

Address

700 Army Navy DrSouth Arlington (Aurora Highlands)Arlington 22202 United States

Contact

+1 202-307-3463

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Day trips

Dea Museum and Visitors Center – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Fashion Centre at Pentagon City, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Pentagon Memorial, Women in Military Service for America Memorial.

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Shopping, Shopping centre
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Museum, Memorial site
Women in Military Service for America Memorial, Arlington
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Pentagon Row, Arlington
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0.6 miN
Memorial
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Cemetery
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0.5 miW
Monuments and statues
Arlington Memorial Amphitheater, Arlington
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Memorial, Sculpture
Navy – Merchant Marine Memorial, Washington D.C.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Dea Museum and Visitors Center open?

Dea Museum and Visitors Center is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 4 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 4 pm
Thursday 10 am - 4 pm
Friday 10 am - 4 pm
Saturday 10 am - 4 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Dea Museum and Visitors Center?

Nearby attractions include Pentagon City, Arlington (5 min walk), Grace Murray Hopper Park, Arlington (9 min walk), Pentagon Memorial, Arlington (11 min walk), Arlington Memorial Amphitheater, Arlington (13 min walk).

How to get to Dea Museum and Visitors Center by public transport?

The nearest stations to Dea Museum and Visitors Center:

Bus

Army Navy Dr at S Hayes St • Lines: 42, 87, 87A, 87P (3 min walk)
Pentagon City Metro • Lines: 10N, 16E, 16G, 16H, 22A, 599, 7A, 7F, 84, Mw1 (4 min walk)

Metro

Pentagon City • Lines: Bl, Yl (4 min walk)

Train

Crystal City (17 min walk)