National Archives Building

National Archives Museum

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(3.6K) · Public service & government in Washington, United States
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Repository where the most important historical documents of the United States are held, such as the original Declaration of Independence, Bill of …

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Mar 17, 2025
We got there early, before the building opened. A line was already forming about 20 minutes in advance, but it's well worth it to get inside immediately upon opening. When we finally got inside (we…Full review by 907blaked
Mar 1, 2025
Free and easy. No line at the time we went. Security and museum staff were excellent early Wednesday afternoon 2/26/25. It was a teeny bit darker than I thought it would be. Take selfies pointing aw…Full review by eja117
Feb 19, 2025
Very low key. American citizens should view their founding documents. Glad we went. Highly recommended. Children will be very bored. Leave them home.Full review by Jim B
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Located:Constitution Avenue between 7th Street and 9th Street, NW, Washington, D.C., U.S.
Construction completed:1933–1935
Architect:John Russell Pope
Architectural style:Classical Revival

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