Anacostia Museum and Center for African American History

Anacostia Museum and Center
for African American History

1901 Fort Place SE MRC520
Washington , DC 20560

Phone: (202) 357-2700

Description:
This Smithsonian museum focuses on the collection, study, and exhibition of African American history and culture at the museum and the Arts and Industries Building. Open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m., except Dec. 25. Free admission. TTY: (202) 357-1729. Closed for renovations until Summer 2001.

Arthur M. Sackler Gallery

1050 Independence Ave. SW
Washington , DC 20560

Phone: (202) 357-2700
Fax: 202-633-9353

URL: www.si.edu/asia

Description:
Changing exhibitions of Asian art drawn from major collections around the world, plus Chinese jades, Iranian silver, Persian manuscripts and contemporary Japanese ceramics. The striking architectural design features 3 underground levels that connect with the Freer Gallery of Art. Open daily 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; extended summer hours determined annually. Free admission. Group tours by appointment (minimum 10, maximum 45). Call (202) 357-4880 (ext. 245) or (202) 786-2374 (TTY), Monday-Friday. Tours for individuals with visual or hearing impairments available by appointment.

Arts & Industries Building

900 Jefferson Drive SW
Washington , DC 20560

Phone: (202) 357-2700

URL: www.si.edu

Description:
Changing exhibitions. Discovery Theatre sponsors children"s performances (see individual listing for details). Open daily 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (except Dec. 25). Free admission.TTY: (202) 357-1729.

Freer Gallery of Art

12th & Jefferson Drive SW
Washington , DC 20560

Phone: (202) 357-2700

URL: www.si.edu/asia

Description:
Outstanding collection of Asian art, plus works by 19th- and 20th-century American artists. The opulent Peacock Room is the only surviving example of American expatriate James McNeill Whistler"s interior design. Open daily 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; extended summer hours determined annually. Free admission. Group tours by appointment (minimum 10, maximum 45). Call (202) 357-4880 ext. 245 or (202) 786-2374 (TTY), Monday-Friday. Tours for individuals with visual and hearing impairments by appointment. Closed December 25.

Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture
Garden

7th & Independence Ave. SW
Washington , DC 20560

Phone: (202) 357-2700

URL: hirshhorn.si.edu/

Description:
Collection of 19th- and 20th-century paintings and sculpture in a striking cylindrical museum and adjoining outdoor garden. Changing exhibitions explore the newest trends in modern art. Open daily 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (except December 25); extended summer hours determined annually. Guided group tours and tours for visitors with disabilities by appointment; call (202) 357-3235 (ext. 114) or (202) 633- 8043 (TTY), Monday-Friday.

National Air and Space Museum

6th St. & Independence Avenue,
SW
Washington , DC 20560

Phone: (202) 357-2700

URL: www.nasm.si.edu

Description:
The world"s most visited museum houses the Wright Brothers" 1903 Flyer, Lindbergh"s Spirit of St. Louis, Apollo 11 lunar command module and an incredible collection of aviation and space technology treasures. Samuel P. Langley Theater shows spectacular IMAX film daily (admission). Albert Einstein Planetarium presents several programs daily (admission). Open daily 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (except Dec. 25); extended summer hours determined annually. Free admission. Group tours, tours for visitors with disabilities and theater/ plenetarium books by appointment; call (202) 357-1400 or (202) 357-1505 (TTY-Monday-Friday).

National Museum of African Art

950 Independence Ave. SW
Washington , DC 20560

Phone: (202) 357-2700

URL: www.si.edu/nmata/

Description:
Devoted to the collection and study of African art. Open daily 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (except December 25); extended summer hours determined annually. Free admission. Tours for groups and visitors with disabilities by appointment; call (202) 357-4600 ext. 222 (voice) or (202) 357-4814 (TTY) Monday-Friday.

National Museum of American
History

14th & Constitution Ave. NW
Washington , DC 20560

Phone: (202) 357-2700

URL: americanhistory.si.edu

Description:
Among the wealth of Americana: the flag that inspired The Star-Spangled Banner (in the Conservation Lab), selected first ladies" inaugural gowns and quilts, cars, and locomotives. Popular exhibitions included The American Presidency, Information Age, Field to Factory, A More Perfect Union: Japanese Americans and the Constitution, and American Encounters. Open daily from 10am to 5:30pm (except December 25); extended summer hours determined annually. Free admission. Tours for groups and individuals with visual and hearing impairments available by appointment. Call (202)357-1481 or (202)357-1563 (TTY). Metro: Smithsonian

National Museum of Natural
History

Constitution Ave. at 10th St.
NW
Washington , DC 20560

Phone: (202) 357-2700

URL: www.mnh.si.edu

Description:
Events are generally initiated by the outside organization and require the co-sponsorship of a Smithsonian unit. They must be in keeping with the mission of the Smithsonian and may involve the recognition of a donation to the Institution. Baird Auditorium seats 565. Seated dinners for up to 100 and receptions for up to 500 guests may be accommodated in various exhibit halls and public spaces of the museum after hours. For more information, call (2020 357-1650. Houses the 45.5 carat Hope Diamond, dinosaur fossils, Insect Zoo, and the world"s largest bush elephant. Samuel C. Johnson IMAX(r) Theater shows spectacular films daily (admission).

National Portrait Gallery

8th & F St. NW
Washington , DC 20560

Phone: (202) 357-2700

URL: www.ng.si.edu/

Description:
Unique collection of portraits of famous Americans from the world of politics, sports, literature, stage and screen. The Hall of Presidents features official portraits of U.S. presidents. Open daily 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (except December 25). Free admission. Group tours and tours for visitors with disabilities by appointment; call (202) 357-2920, ext. 1, Monday-Friday.Please note: Closed for 3-year renovaton in January 2000.

National Portrait Gallery

8th & F St. NW
Washington , DC 20560

Phone: (202) 357-2700

URL: www.ng.si.edu/

National Postal Museum

2 Massachusetts Ave. NE
Washington , DC 20560-0570

Phone: (202) 357-2700

URL: www.si.edu/postal/

Description:
Unique collection of airmail planes, stagecoaches, rare stamps and letters, Owney the Postal Dog, Pony Express exhibit, rare postage and revenue stamps. Open daily 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (except December 25). Free admission. Group tours by appointment; call (202) 357-2991 or (202) 633-9349 (TTY), Monday-Friday.

National Zoological Park

National Zoological Park
3001 Connecticut Ave., NW
Washington , DC 20008

Phone: (202) 357-2700

URL: www.si.edu/natzoo/

Description:
Thousands of exotic animals, including two giant pandas. Amazonia is a re-created microcosm of the world"s largest rain forest. Open daily. Free admission. Guided tours and group tours by appointment; call (202) 673-4717 or (202) 673-4823 (TTY).

Renwick Gallery of the
Smithsonian Amer. Art Museum

17th & Pennsylvania Ave. NW
Washington , DC 20560

Phone: (202) 357-2700

URL: nmaa-ryder.si.edu/collections/renwick/main.html

Description:
Permanent collection and exhibitions of American crafts. Open daily 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Closed Dec. 25. Free admission. Guided tours and group tours by appointment; call (202) 357- 2531 (voice) or (202) 786-2393 (TTY), Monday-Friday.

Smithsonian American Art
Museum

8th & G Sts. NW
Washington , DC 20560

Phone: (202) 357-2700
Fax: 202 357-3108

URL: www.nmaa.si.edu

Description:
Paintings, sculpture, folk art, photography and graphics by American artists from the 18th century to the present. Open daily 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (except December 25). Free admission. Group tours and tours for visitors with visual and hearing impairments by appointment; call (202) 357-3111 or (202) 786-2393 (TTY), Monday-Friday. Please note: Closed for a 3-year renovation in January 2000.

Smithsonian Associates
Resident Program

1100 Jefferson Drive SW
Washington , DC 20560

Phone: (202) 357-3030
Fax: (202) 786-2034

URL: www.si.edu/tsa/rap

Description:
Special after-hours performances, lectures, films and tours. Consult The Associates magazine, available in all Smithsonian museum shops, for list of monthly activities. Admission: prices vary. Call for ticket information. TTY: (202) 633-9467.

Smithsonian Institution
Information Center

1000 Jefferson Drive SW
Washington , DC 20560

Phone: (202) 357-2700

URL: www.si.edu

Description:
Known as the Castle, the oldest of the 14 Smithsonian museums in Washington houses the crypt of founder James Smithson, 2 orientation theaters, scale models of Washington"s monumental core, interactive touch-screen program in 6 languages, 2 electronic wall maps, plus multilingual information and assistance. Open daily 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (except December 25). Free admission. Walk-in tours Friday-Sunday, call for times. Spanish language tours by appointment with two weeks notice.