Architecture
National Building Museum
Washington, D.C.
About
The National Building Museum in Washington, D.C. is America's premier cultural institution dedicated to architecture, design, engineering, and construction. Housed in a magnificent 1887 Pension Building — one of the grandest interior spaces in America — the museum explores the art and science of the built environment through exhibitions, education programs, and a rich collection of architectural drawings and models.
Highlights & Things Not to Miss
The Great Hall
One of the grandest interior spaces in America
Architecture Exhibitions
Shows on the art and science of building and design
Washington DC Design
How the capital city was planned and built