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q National Museum of American History

The National Museum of American History preserves a collection
of artifacts and archival materials from the nation’s past. Among
the 3 million holdings are the First Ladies’ gowns, a 280-ton steam
locomotive, and the original Star-Spangled Banner that flew
over Fort McHenry in 1814. The museum’s west wing will Second Floor
be under renovation until 2018. Some galleries may be
closed and exhibits may be moved around.

. The First Ladies
Always a popular
exhibition, this is a
selection of gowns
worn by America’s First
Ladies, such as this floral
chine dress worn by
Frances Cleveland,
a fashion icon in
the late 1800s.

Mall
Entrance

. Star-Spangled
Banner
This flag is the
symbol of America.
It inspired Francis
Scott Key to write
the lyrics that
became the US
national anthem.
Visitors can view the flag
through a window wall.

Key to Floor Plan
Transportation and Technology
Innovation, Creativity and Enterprise On the Water: Stories
from Maritime America
American Ideals
Visitors can explore the
Democracy and the Peopling history of maritime America
of America
through documents, objects,
American Wars and Politics stories, audiovisual programs,
Non-exhibition space and interactive exhibits.

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