National Air and Space Museum in Washington，D.C, Journey through the evolution of aerospace

Independence Avenue at 6th Street, SW, Washington, D.C. 20560

A great destination for science aviation and space enthusiasts

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Introduction

The National Air and Space Museum in Washington D.C. is a large technology museum with a rich collection of aircraft, space probes, and flight simulators, affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution. It is one of the world's most extensive museums with a collection of aviation and space science and technology artifacts, covering fields such as aeronautics, astronautics, Earth and planetary science, and aviation history. Established in 1946 and opened to the public in 1976, the museum covers three city blocks and is primarily composed of small exhibition galleries and a large central atrium suitable for showcasing large air and space vehicles. Most of the exhibits displayed here are originals, including World War II fighter planes, spy planes, passenger planes, the first aircraft, and the first satellite, allowing visitors to experience the wonderful changes brought about by the rapid development of aviation and space technology up close. The museum has 24 exhibition halls showcasing 265 real aircraft of various types, as well as copies of spacecraft from various countries and famous pilots and astronauts, providing a comprehensive overview of the development of human flight history. Additionally, the museum has a small theater and special events where visitors can participate in interesting lectures and receive small gifts or surprises.

Address

Independence Avenue at 6th Street, SW, Washington, D.C. 20560

Opening hours

10:00 to 17:30 (closed on December 25)
Visiting hours may be extended to 19:30 during spring, summer and holidays (for detailed extension time, please call or check the official website's Extend Hours Calendar schedule).

Transportation

Take the Blue Line/Orange Line/Yellow Line/Green Line to L'Enfant Plaza Metro Station. Exit from the Maryland Ave. Exit and head east along D St SW to 6th St SW. Continue north on 6th St SW for about 6 minutes to reach the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum Washington, D.C. branch.

Phone 202-633-2214

Website http://airandspace.si.edu