Known as the Castle, the oldest of the 15 Smithsonian museums in Washington houses the crypt of founder James Smithson, an orientation theater, scale models of Washington's monumental core, an interactive touch-screen program in 6 languages, plus multilingual information and assistance. Cafe; store. Open daily 8:30 am - 5:30 pm except December 25.

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Free Admission

1000 Jefferson Dr. SW, Washington, DC 20013-7012

202-633-1000 / 202-786-2831 fax