As a public health precaution due to COVID-19 (coronavirus), both National Air and Space Museum locations are temporarily closed to the public as of Saturday, March 14. Due to the rapidly changing nature of the situation, we are not announcing a re-opening date at this time and will provide updates on a week-to-week basis. See our full COVID-19 statement.
National Air and Space Museum
Washington, DC
The 1903 Wright Flyer and the Ryan NYP Spirit of St. Louis are just a few of the historic firsts on display at the Museum in Washington, DC. Explore exhibitions on the history of aviation and spaceflight. Take in an IMAX film or observe the Sun and nearby planets at our Public Observatory.
We Are Open During Renovation
All of our exhibitions will be renovated over the next several years. Portions of the Museum will close and reopen on a phased schedule. We remain open with plenty to see! Things to know before you visit:
- Enter through the Jefferson Drive entrance on the National Mall.
- Visitor favorites remain on display during much of the renovation, including the 1903 Wright Flyer, Spirit of St. Louis, Bell X-1, and an Apollo lunar module. View a list of objects on display and exhibitions on view.
- IMAX theater, shopping, and food are available.
Learn more about the renovation and our plans for the future. Subscribe to our e-newsletter for monthly updates.
Regular Hours: 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Open daily except December 25
Admission FREE
655 Jefferson Drive, SW
Washington, DC 20560
202-633-2214
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center
Chantilly, VA
Hundreds of aircraft and spacecraft are on display in two massive hangars, including a Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird, the Boeing B-29 Superfortress Enola Gay, and the Space Shuttle Discovery. View aircraft flying in and out of Dulles International Airport from our Observation Tower. Watch restoration specialists restore artifacts in our Restoration Hangar.
Regular Hours: 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Open daily except December 25
Admission FREE - Parking $15
Events in DC
Moongaze on International Observe the Moon Night
Events at Udvar Hazy
Arsenal of Democracy Fly-In
Navigate Air and Space with Aira - a free app that connects you with sighted agents who provide visual descriptions on-demand. This subscription service is free when visiting the Smithsonian and connected to our wi-fi. Learn more and download the app.
