Visitor’s
GUIDE
to the
National Archives
Museum
WASHINGTON, DC
Lower Level
The WILLIAM G. MCGOWAN THEATER
hosts special lectures and public programs highlighting
the holdings of the National Archives. See our Calendar
of Events at www.archives.gov/calendar.
The CHARTERS CAFÉ offers soups, salads,
sandwiches, snacks, and beverages from
10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday–Friday.
The NATIONAL ARCHIVES FOUNDATION
supports the work of the National Archives and
the National Archives Museum through fund-
raising, publications, online initiatives, marketing,
and creative support. To become a member, visit
www.archivesfoundation.org or call 202-357-5946.
NATIONAL ARCHIVES MUSEUM
Constitution Avenue between 7th and 9th Streets, NW,
Washington, DC. Daily, 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
(Closed Thanksgiving Day and December 25).
Admission Free. Visit museum.archives.gov for
up-to-date hours and program information. Reservations
are suggested March–Labor Day. Visit museum.archives.gov/
reservations-and-tours to make advance reservations.
NATIONAL ARCHIVES RESEARCH CENTERS
700 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC
and 8601 Adelphi Road, College Park, MD
Monday–Friday, 8:45 a.m.–5:45 p.m. Closed weekends and
Federal holidays. Call 202-357-5000 or visit our website at
www.archives.gov for more information.
East Rotunda Gallery
Featured Document
“Records of Rights”
Exhibition
National Archives Store
Charters
Café
Lower
level
Ground Level
The DAVID M. RUBENSTEIN GALLERY houses
“Records of Rights,” a permanent exhibition that explores
the evolution of debates about rights and freedoms in the
United States. It features an original 1297 Magna Carta, a
document that inspired the Founding Fathers.
The NATIONAL ARCHIVES STORE
offers quality gifts
and publications based on the holdings of the National
Archives. Shop online at www.nationalarchivesstore.org.
Proceeds support the exhibitions and educational outreach
of the National Archives.
Upper Level
The ROTUNDA FOR THE CHARTERS OF FREEDOM
is the home of America’s most treasured documents—the
Declaration of Independence, the Constitution of the
United States, and the Bill of Rights. Learn about the
origins and ongoing significance of the Charters.
The EAST ROTUNDA GALLERY presents the
changing Featured Document.
The PUBLIC VAULTS EXHIBITION is a journey
“into the stacks” of the National Archives, where you’ll
encounter fascinating original records and interactives.
The LAWRENCE F. O’BRIEN GALLERY
showcases
special exhibitions exploring a topic or theme through
records from the National Archives.
The BOEING LEARNING CENTER
offers hands-on
activities for all ages. Drop into the ReSource Room
Monday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., or reserve a facilitated
program in the Learning Lab. For information on lab
programs, contact [email protected].
The PRESIDENTIAL CONFERENCE CENTER consists
of meeting space for private events.
East Rotunda Gallery
Featured Document
“Records of Rights”
Exhibition
National Archives Store
Charters
Café
Ground
level
East Rotunda Gallery
Featured Document
“Records of Rights”
Exhibition
National Archives Store
Charters
Café
The NATIONAL ARCHIVES MUSEUM
presents exhibitions and programs that
showcase the extraordinary holdings of the
National Archives. Drawing from over two
centuries of Federal Government records,
the letters, memos, maps, drawings,
photographs, films, and artifacts on display
depict the history of our national life and
demonstrate how records help us claim
our rights and hold our elected officials
accountable.
Upper
level
