Smithsonian museums continue to be closed to support the effort to contain the spread of COVID-19. Read a message from our director, and check our website and social media for updates.

Hours

Hours Today: Closed

Visitors at the Museum

The Museum is open 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. every day except December 25. Admission is always free and no tickets are required. The schedule is subject to change so please check our website for the latest information.

Hours for Spark!Lab and Wonderplace

The Draper Spark!Lab and Wegmans Wonderplace hands-on spaces are open every day except Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Hours are subject to change due to inclement weather or other factors. Please check the daily calendar for updates.

Entry for Spark!Lab and Wonderplace is first come, first served, except on weekends and holidays when Wonderplace distributes free, timed tickets to minimize wait time.