National Museum of American History

The National Museum of History in the United States is the custodian of national treasures and is honored to have gained the trust of the public. The core of the museum is dedicated professionals who care about the audience, collections, resources, information, architecture and academic research - all to serve the American people. The museum is located on the National Mall, covering an area of nearly 800000 square feet. Through numerous online channels, millions of visitors from all over the country and the world visit it for free every year. We are also a part of a larger whole and honored to benefit from the enthusiasm, advice, and support of the National Committee and thousands of generous donors and volunteers.

As the only museum in the United States dedicated to telling the complete history of the country, it plays a unique role. Understanding the past is not a luxury - it is crucial for citizens' health. Studying history can help people understand that today's world is not inevitable, but rather the result of countless choices and actions made by individuals and communities. With this knowledge, they can take wiser, fairer, and more compassionate actions to build a shared future. The National Museum of American History is a forum for people to communicate with each other, where they can tell stories of American history that will challenge and inspire them. In our galleries and online, we link several generations of Americans with the history of in-depth research through an extremely wide range of raw materials and material culture. We hope that our visitors will be moved by the past when participating in these resources; They will share, debate, and learn history to understand the contemporary world, so that we can work together to create a better future.