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Alexandria Archaeology Museum

Visit the Alexandria Archaeology Museum to learn how the City’s archaeologists work with residents to study and manage archaeological resources important to the community’s past.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities. COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family VIRGINIA
Alexandria
Northern Virginia
WASHINGTON DC-METRO
TEL - 703-746-4399

DAR Museum

Experience the artistry and craftsmanship of pre-industrial America at the DAR Museum. The museum offers on-site tours of period rooms, as well as virtual resources and videos.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool VIRTUAL
WASHINGTON DC-METRO
TEL - 202-628-1776

Fort Ward Museum

At the Fort Ward Museum & Historic site, groups can visit one of the Union forts that were built to protect Washington, DC during the Civil War. Living history activities allow groups to understand what daily life was like for a Union soldier in the Civil War.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool VIRGINIA
Alexandria
Northern Virginia
WASHINGTON DC-METRO
TEL - 703-746-4848

George Washington University Museum and the Textile Museum

The George Washington University Museum and The Textile Museum celebrates the creative achievements of local and global cultures from antiquity through today.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family WASHINGTON DC-METRO
Washington
TEL - 202-994-5578

Historical Society of Washington, DC

At the Historical Society of Washington DC, learn about Washington and experience a hands-on approach to historical research thru exhibits, tours and activities.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family WASHINGTON DC-METRO
Washington
TEL - 202-249-3955

National Academy of Sciences

The National Academy of Sciences (CPNAS) explores the relationships between culture, science, engineering, and medicine through rotating art exhibitions, a permanent art collection, and a series of public programs.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family WASHINGTON DC-METRO
Washington
TEL - 202-334-2415

National Air and Space Museum

See the 1903 Wright Flyer, the Apollo 11 Command Module, and more at the National Air and Space Museum. Virtual exhibitions and online learning activities are available.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool VIRTUAL
WASHINGTON DC-METRO
TEL - 202-633-2214

National Archives Museum Washington DC

View exhibits at National Archives Museum Washington DC and participate in hands-on activities and programs based on documents, images, maps, posters and more.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family WASHINGTON DC-METRO
Washington
TEL - 202-357-5271

National Inventors Hall of Fame (NIHF)

At The National Inventors Hall of Fame Museum, learners can step into a world of inspiration, challenge, and discovery and unlock their potential with STEM. Make learning fun with the hall’s virtual activities.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities, Outreach COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool VIRGINIA
Alexandria
Northern Virginia
WASHINGTON DC-METRO
TEL - 571-272-8400

National Museum of American History

Explore the richness of America’s past at the National Museum of American History. In addition to on-site programs, virtual exhibitions and distance learning resources are available.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool VIRTUAL
WASHINGTON DC-METRO
TEL - 202-633-1000

National Museum of Natural History

The National Museum of Natural History features an interactive space that brings collections out from behind the scenes. A virtual, distance learning program is available.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Homeschool VIRTUAL
WASHINGTON DC-METRO
TEL - 202-633-1000

National Museum of the US Navy

The National Museum of the US Navy chronicles the history of the Navy from the American Revolution to present, offering on-site trips and a virtual, distance learning program.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool VIRTUAL
WASHINGTON DC-METRO
TEL - 202-433-6826
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