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Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
A family looks out over Henry the elephant in the rotunda of the museum.

Discover the

Natural World

We're on the National Mall 10th St. & Constitution Ave. NW Washington, D.C. 20560
Free admission. 

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We remain closed to support the effort to contain the spread of COVID‑19
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Upcoming Video Webinars

Examine the conditions driving vaccine hesitancy on July 14, and on July 15 learn what new research from the largest fossil human footprint site in Africa reveals about the behavior of early modern humans.
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Featured Exhibitions

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Tyrannosaurus rex attacking a Triceratops
Online

Virtual Tour
An illustration of a Pteranodon with fossil shadow on a yellow background.
FIRST FLOOR | EXHIBIT

David H. Koch Hall of Fossils - Deep Time
Scanning electron microscope image of MERS
Second Floor | Temporary Exhibit

Outbreak: Epidemics in a Connected World
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Natural History Summer Explorations

Join us for a free virtual summer program series that allows youth to explore the world of natural history science in a fun and interactive way. The week-long online programs are recommended for children in grades 3-7, but all are welcome to attend.
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Today at the Museum

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12:00 am
Natural History Summer Explorations: Deep Sea Animal Adaptations
A young visitor works with an adult on a craft project.

Digital Resources

While we are all social distancing, visit the National Museum of Natural History blog to find seven ways you can explore our online offerings from home.
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Understanding the Natural World and Our Place In It

Two children explore collections items in the Museum.
Education
Explore the World of Paleobiology
Research & Collections
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Exhibits

Delve into the fascinating story of our planet, from its fiery beginnings through billions of years of transformation, and explore life on Earth through exhibitions and activities, collection objects and research that happens in the lab and in the field.

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