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a nation. The National Archives is home to the Declaration of Independence, the
Constitution and the Bill of Rights. |
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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adults because of the historical documents on display.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 if you're touring with children a quick
trip is probably in order.
Currently on display in the "American
Originals" exhibition are several documents of interest. Some items include the Lee
Resolution, proposing independence to the Continental Congress and President Washington's
nominations for the first Supreme Court. Also of interest are the documents from the 1841
Amistad Supreme Court case, inspiration for the Steven Spielberg movie,
"Amistad".
Many people go to the National Archives in order
to trace their family history. The genealogical facilities here are among the best in the
country.
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