Welcome to American History
The museum's world class collections help tell the complex history of our nation. We are located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
Open today 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Plan Your Visit
Open today 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Entertainment has the power to captivate, inspire and transform us. It brings us together. We share it when we spontaneously recite lines from a favorite movie, dance to the same groove or recreate a national sports moment on a neighborhood street. It can also spur critical conversations, expose divides, and foster important historical change.
Stories
Objects from the Collections
Sixteen-year-old Judy Garland wore these sequined shoes as Dorothy Gale in the 1939 MGM musical film The Wizard of Oz.
Muhammad Ali gained fame for his boxing skills, charisma, and the controversy he generated outside the ring.
Jim Henson's first Kermit puppet was made from his mother’s old spring coat and a pair of blue jeans.
Dive Into Exhibitions
This family-friendly, interactive exhibition explores the intersection of invention, sports, and technology.
Entertainment has the power to captivate, inspire and transform us.
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Latinas Report Breaking News
This bilingual exhibition showcases the work of seven Latina journalists on Spanish-language television.
Women in Entertainment History
As the nation’s history museum, we empower people to create a just and compassionate future by exploring, preserving, and sharing the complexity of our past.
Historical Topics
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Help us to preserve, protect, and display America's historic treasures.
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