National Archives

Location:                              700 Constitution Ave., Washington 20408

Phone:                                 202/501-5500

Hours:                                 Daily 10:00am- 5:30pm

Admission:                             Free

Metro:                                      Archive-Navy Memorial (Yellow and Green lines)

 

RESEARCH HOURS:                    Mondays and Wednesdays 8:45 a.m. to 5 p.m ;
                                                        Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 8:45 a.m. to 9 p.m.;
                                                        Saturdays 8:45 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.

 

SUMMER HOURS:                      Open until 9 p.m.

         

The National Archives is a popular spot with adults because of  the historical documents on display. Most kids won't appreciate the significance of the displays, so a quick trip is probably in order if you're toting tots.

Many people go to the National Archives in order to trace their family history. The genealogical facilities here are probably the best in the country.