FREE THINGS j national museum of asian art Free PLACES TO VISIT Discover the best free experiences, attractions and things to do in the nation’s capital. PLANET WORD Interact with a 22-foot talking wall and visit the Speaking Willow tree to hear murmurs in hundreds of languages. Admission is free but a $15 donation is suggested. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AMERICAN HISTORY Educate yourself on topics like the advent of transportation in the U.S. and the evolution of diverse identities. SMITHSONIAN AMERICAN ART MUSEUM & NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY One building, two art museums, thousands of iconic and trailblazing works, no charge. NATIONAL GALLERY OF ART Two buildings and a sculpture garden feature iconic works including the only Da Vinci painting on display in the Americas. SMITHSONIAN’S NATIONAL ZOO & CONSERVATION BIOLOGY INSTITUTE Visitors can discover thousands of animals, including two new giant pandas that arrived just before 2025. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF ASIAN ART The Smithsonian museum off ers seminal art from China, the Himalayas and other territories. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AFRICAN ART GUIDE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY & CULTURE An odyssey through fi ve fl oors weaves a rich tapestry for visitors, showcasing Black history and culture and its profound infl uence. A massive collection informs a dynamic Smithsonian location that off ers a unique look at African artistic expression. RENWICK GALLERY Just steps from the White House, the design marvel of a museum is dedicated to exhibiting decorative art and contemporary craft masters. NATIONAL AIR & SPACE MUSEUM Explore the wonders of the sky across eight new galleries. Even more reimagined spaces will debut in phases through 2026. PL ANNING EVENT EXPLORE MORE Attracti on s FIND MORE FREE THINGS TO DO AT WASHINGTON.ORG/FREE 12
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