United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
Located in the heart of Washington, D.C. on the National Mall, the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is a living tribute to the history of the Holocaust. Visit the museum's permanent exhibition, which contains over 900 artifacts and videos devoted to Holocaust education. There is also a child-friendly explanation of the Holocaust entitled, "Remember the Children."
Details
Hours
Daily 10:00 AM to 5:20 PM
Prices
Admission is free
Events
- A Day at the Museum
- Nazi Olympics Program
- National Tribute to Holocaust Survivors
Activities
- Hall of Remembrance
- Permanent Exhibition
- Remember the Children: Daniels' Story
- Stephen Tyrone Johns Memorial
- Museum Café and Gift Shop
Parking, Directions, Public Transportation
There is no public parking facility at the museum, but there is a paid parking garage across the street. Alternatively, you can take the Metro's Orange, Silver, and Blue lines to the Smithsonian stop, just a short walk from the museum.
FAQs
- Should visitors purchase their tickets in advance? Although admission is free, passes are required from March to August of each year. To ensure admission, guests can obtain passes online prior to their visit.
- When should guests visit the museum? The museum is much less crowded during the months of December through February. The busiest months at the museum are April through July.