Museums

Most Smithsonian museums offer free admission. Some require free timed-entry passes, and Cooper Hewitt in New York City has paid admission. Looking for something nearby? Visit a Smithsonian Affiliate in your region (admission varies).

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Dark blue logo for the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum with his name written as his original signature and a picture of his face to the left.
The mission of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum is to inspire civic engagement through the diverse lens of Illinois history and share with the world the life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln.
Location
Springfield, IL
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Daily
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The Museum of Arts and Sciences holds collections of Cuban art, Chinese art, American fine and decorative arts from the period 1640 - 1920, and African cultural and archaeological objects representing the prehistory of Florida, with the skeleton . Shortened snippet. View full page for more details.
Location
Daytona Beach, FL
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Saturday
11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday
Black text on two lines in capital font that says adler planetarium.
The Adler Planetarium plays an important role in science education and inspires young people—particularly women and minorities—to pursue careers in science. The Adler houses one of the world's finest collections of astronomical artifacts,. Shortened snippet. View full page for more details.
Location
Chicago, IL
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Tuesday: Closed to non-school groups from October 7–May 21
4 p.m. – 10 p.m. Wednesday
Thursday: Closed to non-school groups from October 7–May 21
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Housing a unique collection of military and civilian aircraft, the Aerospace Museum of California features interactive exhibitions to advance aviation education.
Location
McClellan Park, CA
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Tuesday - Sunday
Closed Monday
A purple box with two A's stacked on top of an M and a P. Below the purple box is black text that says African American Museum in Philadelphia over two lines.
In its exhibitions and programs on history, art and culture, the Museum celebrates the achievements and aspirations of African Americans from pre-colonial times to the current day.
Location
Philadelphia, PA
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday
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The Agua Caliente Cultural Museum preserves and interprets the history and culture of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians and other Cahuilla peoples.
Location
Palm Springs, CA
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Tuesday - Sunday
Closed Monday
A light blue logo with the words Air Zoo, like no place else on earth!
The Air Zoo is a highly charged, multi-sensory aerospace and science experience that goes beyond anything you've ever seen! With over 100 historic and rare aircraft & spacecraft, indoor amusement park-style rides, interactive hands-on exhibits,. Shortened snippet. View full page for more details.
Location
Portage, MI
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Saturday
12 p.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday
Black box with the front of a 1950s era car illustration. Underneath the car are several words such as AACA Museum and a yellow band that says cars, buses, motorcycles, and more.
The AACA Museum, Inc. is dedicated to the celebration, preservation, education and display of motor vehicle history.
Location
Hershey, PA
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Daily