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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The words we do history in bold, blue font with a period at the end. Underneath are the words Indiana Historical Society in black.
Since 1830, the Indiana Historical Society has been Indiana's storyteller, connecting people to the past by collecting, preserving, and sharing the state's history. The Society maintains a research library and archives with premier resources on . Shortened snippet. View full page for more details.
Location
Indianapolis, IN
Four modern looking splotches in red and orange fashioned into a circle. Below that are capital black letters that say IMAS. At the very bottom are the words International Museum of Art & Science.
International Museum of Art and Science provides resources and activities in the arts and sciences that are meaningful, educational, and available to the public.
Location
McAllen, TX
A red box with a black horse with the words International Museum of the Horse to the right of the box.
The International Museum of the Horse presents the history and impact of the relationship between humans and horses throughout civilization.  Collections include over 16,000 objects and photographs and the archives of Mary Jane Gallaher,. Shortened snippet. View full page for more details.
Location
Lexington, KY
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Abstract circular design logo. Underneath that it says International Storytelling Center.
The International Storytelling Center, located in Historic Jonesborough, TN, is dedicated to enriching the lives of people around the world through the art of storytelling.
Location
Jonesborough, TN
A black and yellow tennis racquet illustration with the words International Tennis Hall of Fame underneath in capital, black text.
The International Tennis Hall of Fame preserves and promotes the history of tennis and celebrates its champions.
Location
Newport, RI
Purple logo with the letters J,A,N, and M. Below that it says Japanese American National Museum.
The mission of the Japanese American National Museum is to promote understanding and appreciation of America’s ethnic and cultural diversity by sharing the Japanese American experience.
Location
Los Angeles, CA

Smithsonian Affiliate logo with a yellow sunburst in a blue circle beside the text “Smithsonian Affiliate.”
The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex educates visitors about U. S. space history and promotes the continued exploration of space.
Location
Merritt Island, FL
Outline of an elephant in brown with the words Kenosha Public Museum on top of the elephant's head.
Kenosha Public Museum focuses on the history of the Upper Midwest. Its collections and programs cover a range of topics from natural sciences to fine and decorative arts.
Location
Kenosha, WI