NATIONAL MUSEUM OF UNITED STATES NAVY

WASHINGTON, DC

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The National Museum of the United States Navy is situated in Washington DC and is dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of the United States Navy. The museum showcases exhibits that highlight the Navy's evolution from the American Revolution to the present day. The museum's collection features over 50,000 artifacts, including ship models, weapons, uniforms, and photographs.

The museum's exhibits are arranged chronologically and showcase the Navy's role in various conflicts, including the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, World War I, World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and the Gulf War. One of the most popular exhibits is the USS Constitution, the oldest commissioned warship afloat in the world.

Visitors can also explore the museum's interactive exhibits and simulators, providing a hands-on experience with Navy technology and equipment. The museum also offers educational programs for schools and groups, including tours, workshops, and lectures.

Admission to the National Museum of the United States Navy is free, and the museum is open daily except for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. The museum is located on the Washington Navy Yard and is easily accessible by public transportation.

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF UNITED STATES NAVY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in WASHINGTON DC. US MID #8401100025

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania).

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Contact NATIONAL MUSEUM OF UNITED STATES NAVY

NAVAL HISTORICAL CENTER
805 KIDDER BREEZE ST SE
WASHINGTON
DC
20374

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MID # 8401100025
Name NAVAL HISTORICAL CENTER
Alternate Name NATIONAL MUSEUM OF UNITED STATES NAVY
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mid-Atlantic
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 38.874784, -76.994871
CODES FIPS State Code: 11
FIPS County Code: 001
US Census Tract: 007200
US Census Block: 2051