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The long stone facade of the National Museum of American History with tall banners, seen from its lawn on a sunny day.
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National Museum of American History

The National Museum of American History is a Smithsonian museum on the National Mall, opened in 1964 as the Museum of History and Technology in a building by McKim, Mead & White. Its exhibitions cover the social, political, cultural, scientific and military history of the United States. Among the objects on display is the original Star-Spangled Banner.

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Is National Museum of American History free?

Yes. Entry to National Museum of American History is free.

Free entry

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