40 Days To Go

The big day is almost here. President Barack Obama and other dignitaries will dedicate the museum at an outdoor ceremony Sept. 24 beginning at 9 a.m. The public is invited to gather on the Washington Monument grounds across the street from the museum to witness the ceremony on Jumbotrons and enjoy a three-day festival. 

Admission to the museum is free, but you must have a timed pass to enter—for opening day and beyond.

The museum will be open to the public 1 p.m.–5 p.m. Sept. 24. The museum will be open for extended hours Sunday, Sept. 25 (10 a.m.–10 p.m.).

The passes will be available online at www.nmaahc.si.edu in the coming days. A limited number of passes will be available each day for walk-in visitors on a first-come, first-served basis. Check the website for updates.

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