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Photo courtesy of National Building Museum
National Building Museum
Type: Architecture, Art Museums, Museums, Science Museums
10Best Says
This museum, dedicated to telling the stories of architecture, engineering and design, may not at first glance seem geared toward children but it's actually one of the best attractions you will find... Read More
This museum, dedicated to telling the stories of architecture, engineering and design, may not at first glance seem geared toward children but it's actually one of the best attractions you will find for kids of varying ages in the nation's capital. For smaller children, be sure to check out the Building Zone where kids can drive play bulldozers and trucks, build a brick wall or explore a custom built green house. Older children may enjoy checking out different tool kits and working on projects such as building a house, playing I spy and creating architectural design patterns. METRO: Judiciary Square
Hours:
- Museum: Mon-Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 11am-5pm
- Cafe: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4pm; Sat 10am-4pm; Sun 11am-4pm
Admissions:
- Free; Donations Requested
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Gina Gallucci White
Washington Local Expert
- Things to Do with Kids: "Be sure to check out Amazing Arches. Children may use soft block to construct a 7-foot-tall, soft block arch and learn how the architectural invention works."
- Best for Things to Do with Kids Because: A great location to check out to flex your Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) knowledge.
