National Museum of American History

Open every day except December 25, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Visit our site to learn more and explore:

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“Hello? Is it me you’re looking for?”

You don't have to be a superhero to reach us. There are many great ways to stay in touch. You can find us on Facebook (@americanhistory), Instagram (@amhistorymusuem), and YouTube (@SmithsonianAmHistory).

📷: Superman Telephone, 1979

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The museum will be closed today, Thursday, August 14, due to a small mechanical room fire that was quickly extinguished. There were no injuries, and neither artifacts nor exhibitions were affected. We look forward to welcoming visitors tomorrow.

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On Thursday, Aug. 14, we are temporarily closed to the public due to fire department activity. We will share an update when we re-open.

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Due to inclement weather, Smithsonian museums in the DC area, including the National Zoo, will be closed to the public today, Tuesday, Jan. 16.

Enjoy these snowy pics from previous years of our @SIGardens at the Smithsonian Castle, @NationalZoo, @NMNH, and @SmithsonianEnv.

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Continuing with our exciting 2023 Food History Weekend programming, join us on Saturday, Nov. 4 at 2:00 p.m. for "Conversation Circle: Aquaculture & Urban Agriculture During Climate Crisis."

Register: https://t.co/oJ9vJz3njT

#SmithsonianFood

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Cooking Up History is made possible by Dr. Stephanie Bennett-Smith, with additional support from @Wegmans.

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On Nov. 4, Andrea Alvarez of La Reina Hatch Chile Company and guest chef Pati Jinich will join us to discuss how Hatch chiles are a prized ingredient in kitchens across the United States.

Still time to register! https://t.co/BpSHgkQzzB
#SmithsonianFood #SmithsonianWomensHistory

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Filipina American rapper, music producer, and spoken word artist Ruby Ibarra’s jacket and album “Circa 91” in @amhistorymuseum's collection showcase contemporary #AANHPI history. (1/2) #FilipinoAmericanHistoryMonth

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@cuamediastudies @GlennOstenA @CUArtSci Thanks for visiting!

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"Last Call: American Beer in a Changing Climate" is this Friday!

Beer is vulnerable to the varied effects of a changing climate. Join us for a conversation with some of the women working to make American beer more resilient.

Tickets: https://t.co/tqdvHJPOnS

#SmithsonianFood

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This series was made possible by the Wallace H. Coulter Foundation │ Sue Van.

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Democracy relies on participation, and what better way to participate than to vote?

#DYK today is "Early Vote Day?" In many places, you can vote early – either in person or by mail. Whether it’s your first time or your 20th, make sure you have a plan!

https://t.co/s0u2N4LXg3

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On Nov. 3, join us & World Central Kitchen team members Mollie Kaufmann and Laura Hayes as they share stories from the field and how they are growing the organization’s capacities in the face of increasingly frequent climate disasters.

https://t.co/93Z8nXHKej

#SmithsonianFood

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It's officially #SpookySZN! We join the fun with creepy tales across the @Smithsonian, including stories from @amhistorymuseum, @NationalZoo, @NMNH, @SmithsonianEnv + @SmithsonianArch!

Listen on: https://t.co/Fc7UmKHFbq

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Join us on Nov. 3 with guest chef Sallie Ann Robinson as she shares stories and perspectives from her home on Daufuskie Island, South Carolina as part of our #FoodHistoryWeekend program.

Details & registration: https://t.co/X1xkjCnQC3

#SmithsonianFood #SmithsonianWomensHistory

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A good map can make or break a trip to an amusement park, but with Disney's parks, these wayfinding guides take on even more significance.

Our newest blog post explores what Disney's maps reveal about Americans' beliefs and understanding of history.

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There are many ways to stay in touch with us. Find us on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook at @Smithsonian or get our newsletter: https://t.co/w2jMcmt3D0

We look forward to chatting with you from our Lucien Crandall Typewriter Patent Model in the collection of @amhistorymuseum.

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The Nintendo Entertainment System was released in North America #OTD in 1985.

Super Mario Bros. was often packaged with the system, making the game one of the most popular ever, and boosting Mario to a global icon.

What was your favorite game?

#VideoGameHistory #SuperMarioBros

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Raoul Cortez, born #OTD in 1905, was a journalist and broadcasting pioneer, who got his start in Spanish-language media with this typewriter.

Through his work, he advocated for the civil rights of Mexican Americans and the desegregation of Texas schools.

https://t.co/iHhRrUGMCY

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The Broadway Spotlight in Entertainment Nation is generously supported by @HISTORY/@AENetworks

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“I’m just like my country, I’m young, scrappy and hungry, and I’m not throwing away my shot!”

Now’s your shot to see the costume that Lin-Manuel Miranda wore as Alexander Hamilton in the 2015 Broadway musical “Hamilton” in “Entertainment Nation”/“Nación del espectáculo.”