When do museums close in dc

All year long! The conservatory is one of the warmest spots to visit in the city in the winter, filled with blooms that will remind you that spring will come again. Visit several times a year to see the garden at its different stages. No two weeks will ever look the same. Just remember to look, not touch. These are for everyone to enjoy. The National Mall is still open. The Monuments and Memorials are also still open. Other tour operators are offering tours however. You can still see the monuments at night and stroll by ole Abe.

The National Aquarium in Baltimore is open and waiting to invite you to see their animals. Drive an hour north to Baltimore to take a peek under the sea and get your critter fix while in the mid-Atlantic region.

Want to go? Learn more HERE. Not all government buildings are closed. Get the newsletter for people who love local. Get the free newsletter. You're on the list. There was an error and we couldn't process your subscription. Please reload the page and try again. Free timed-entry passes required. Thursday through Monday 10 a. Timed-entry tickets required.

Sculpture Garden 10 a. Open daily 8 a. Haupt Garden open daily dawn to dusk, Hirshhorn Sculpture Garden open daily 10 a. Even when our buildings are closed, the Smithsonian is here for you from home with vast digital resources. Botanic Garden - Indoor Conservatory is closed to the public until further notice.

Washington National Cathedral - Closed to the public until further notice. Walter E. Share this. Find the latest coronavirus-related updates on attractions, museums, venues, festivals, events and more. The National Air and Space Museum has reopened.

The Washington Monument has reopened to the public. The monument is open seven days a week from 9 a. Masks are required for everyone, regardless of vaccination status, inside the Washington Monument. Tickets will be available online only from recreation. Tickets become available daily at 10 a. Each ticket is good for up to four individuals in a group traveling together.

The Library of Congress has reopened its Jefferson Building. Free, timed entry tickets are available Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. For more information, visit the Library's website. The National Museum of African Art has reopened. Constitution, and Bill of Rights, with limited capacity of 25 percent , by timed reservations Friday through Monday only, from 10 a. Beginning Friday, July 2, the Museum will resume normal hours of 10 a. Rubenstein Gallery. The National Museum of Natural History has reopened.

For more information regarding hours, timed entry and safety protocols, visit the museum's website. The National Museum of the Marine Corps has reopened.

For more information on safety protocols, visit the museum's website. The National Museum of American History has reopened. The National Museum of the American Indian has reopened. The Smithsonian's National Zoo has reopened. For more information regarding hours, timed entry and safety protocols, visit the Smithsonian unit's website. The National Portrait Gallery has reopened. Udvar Hazy Center has reopened. The Hirshhorn's Sculpture Garden is open daily from 10 a. For more information, visit the Hirshhorn's website.

The National Museum of Women in the Arts is now open. Visit the museum's website for more information.

Glenstone is open for visits to the Gallery building, grounds, and outdoor dining at the Patio in a limited capacity on visitor days Thursday-Sunday 10 a.

The Arrival Hall is open in a limited capacity for access to restrooms and a water bottle refill station, as well as the Bookstore. Scheduled visits are required, and admission is free. George Washington's Mount Vernon is open daily from 9 a. Make sure to read its safety protocols before planning a trip. O Museum in The Mansion is open for tours , lodging, outdoor dining and shopping; the garden is open for reservations as well. Lincoln's Cottage has reopened for self-guided tours from Wednesday through Monday.

Advance tickets are required. International Spy Museum is now open daily. You must get advance tickets and abide by social distancing guidelines and mask requirements.