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National Archives Museum

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Repository where the most important historical documents of the United States are held, such as the original Declaration of Independence, Bill of …

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Jan 5, 2025
I love archives. I expected this to be the highlight of the trip. I was disappointed. Even though we booked our tickets ahead of time, we had to line up like those walking in. After we passed thr… Full review by Isa b
Dec 28, 2024
Get there early unless you don’t mind standing in line for security which can take awhile especially if you show up later in the day. This museum has the original docs to the Declaration of Independe… Full review by Ofamily2014
Dec 6, 2024
This place should be a must stop for everyone. The historical documents, are a must. It was also brilliant to see another copy of the Magna Carta (my second after seeing the other in Lincoln Cathedra… Full review by F1LoverAnn
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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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