The National Museum of African American History and Culture is now open to the public. As we begin a gradual, phased reopening for the museum, we’re putting safety first with enhanced measures in place to ensure the safety and well-being of visitors, volunteers, and staff. Free timed-entry passes are required for entry.
Visiting the Museum
Open Wednesday through Sunday
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., except December 25
The museum is closed to the public on Monday and Tuesday each week during the initial reopening phase.
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., except December 25
The museum is closed to the public on Monday and Tuesday each week during the initial reopening phase.
Admission is free. Timed-entry passes are required.
Museum Address
1400 Constitution Ave NWWashington, DC 20560
Ph. 1-800-514-3849
How do I reserve timed-entry passes?
- All visitors must have a timed-entry pass.
- A limited number of timed-entry passes are available.
- Visitors can reserve timed-entry passes up to 30 days in advance on a rolling basis at 8:00 a.m. EST daily.
- Passes are no longer released three months in advance.
- Same-day timed-entry passes are released at 8:15 a.m. EST daily.
- Visitors can reserve up to six timed-entry passes.
- Timed-entry passes may not be sold or transferred.
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The African American experience is the lens through which we understand what it is to be an American.
Lonnie G. Bunch III Founding Director, NMAAHC
