Museums

Most Smithsonian museums offer free admission. A few locations require free timed-entry passes, and Cooper Hewitt in New York City has paid admission.

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The International Tennis Hall of Fame preserves and promotes the history of tennis and celebrates its champions.
Location
Newport, RI
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Daily
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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
The Museum’s galleries are closed for renovation until late 2026. See janm.org/OnTheGo for exhibitions and programs offered at other locations in 2025–2026.

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The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex educates visitors about U. S. space history and promotes the continued exploration of space.
Location
Merritt Island, FL
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. daily, hours vary
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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
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday
12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday
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The Kentucky Historical Society, established in 1836, is a steward of Kentucky's historical treasures.  It serves as an umbrella organization for the Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History, the Martin F. Schmidt Research Library, the . Shortened snippet. View full page for more details.
Location
Frankfort, KY
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tuesday – Saturday
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LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes is a community hub where people gather to celebrate Latinx culture through transformative exhibitions, music, dance, culinary arts, and multigenerational artmaking and storytelling experiences.
Location
Los Angeles, CA
12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Wednesday - Sunday
Closed Monday and Tuesday
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The Las Vegas Natural History Museum is dedicated to educating the community in the natural sciences. Through its interactive exhibits, educational programs, and collections, the Museum strives to instill an understanding and appreciation of the . Shortened snippet. View full page for more details.
Location
Las Vegas, NV
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Daily
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For more than 30 years, the Littleton Museum has served as the primary repository for the history, art, and culture of Littleton, Colorado.
Location
Littleton, CO
9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday
11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday