Ask about daily events at the information desks (on the ground floor near the Constitution Avenue entrance and on the first floor in the rotunda).
Become a Smithsonian member and save on purchases in the museum's stores, restaurants, the Johnson IMAX® Theater and the "Live Butterfly Pavilion."
The Johnson IMAX® Theater has box offices in the theater lobby and in the rotunda. Save time in line by buying your tickets in advance online at www.si.edu/imax or by calling 202-633-4629.
Meet in the rotunda for free hour-long tours Tuesday through Friday at 10:30 and 1:30. Tours of the "Sant Ocean Hall" offered every Saturday and Sunday at 11 and 2. (Tours are subject to docent availability.)
Use the stairs (located around the perimeter of the museum's rotunda) instead of taking the elevators for better enjoyment of the grand architecture of the building.
On Tuesdays the "Live Butterfly Pavilion" is open free of charge; same-day timed-entry tickets are required. Regular entrance fees are: $6 for adults; $5 for children ages 2 to 12; $5.50 for seniors, age 60 and up. Tickets may be purchased two weeks in advance; call 202-633-4629 or toll-free 877-932-4629. Discounts apply for groups of ten or more. Strollers are prohibited.
The museum offers three dining options. The Atrium Café (ground floor) features natural and sustainable foods, barbecue beef brisket, rotisserie chicken, burgers, soups and fresh salads. For lighter fare, the Fossil Cafe (first floor, at the end of the Dinosaur Hall) features specialty coffees, gourmet sandwiches, fresh salads and homemade desserts. Satisfy your sweet tooth at the Ice Cream and Coffee Bar (ground floor, outside the Atrium Cafe).
(walk-in; meet in Rotunda, near information desk, 1st floor)
Note: Tours subject to docent availability
August:
• Most Wednesdays, 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM
Except
• Wed., Aug. 13, no 10:30 AM tour
• Wed., Aug. 27, no 10:30 AM tour
Note: The museum may offers tours on additional days; inquire at the museum's information desk.
Featured by Horticulture Services Division
(walk-in; meet outside at sign at Garden entrance on Madison Dr. and 9th St.)
Tours offered June 5- September 25, 2008:
• Every Thurs., 2 PM, weather permitting
Except
• Federal holidays, no tour
(by appointment only, 2-week notice required; call Mon.-Fri., 9 AM-5 PM, except federal holidays: 202-633-1077 (voice) or 202-633-9287 (TTY))
(walk-in; meet in Rotunda, near information desk, 1st floor)
Note: Tours subject to docent availability
• Every Tues.-Fri., 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM
Except
• Federal holidays, no tours
(walk-in; meet at exhibition entrance, 1st floor)
Note: Tours subject to docent availability
Beginning Sat., Oct. 11, 2008:
• Every Sat. and Sun., 11 AM and 2 PM
(walk-in; in the exhibition, 1st floor)
Museum docents welcome visitors, answer questions, and help visitors navigate the exhibition.
Note: Subject to docent availability.
Beginning Sun., Sept.28, 2008:
• Daily, 10 AM-4 PM
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Natural History's Evolution Trail
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The Museum of Natural History store offers costume jewelry, home accents, tabletop items, toys, clothing, accessories, gems and evolutionary treasures. Don't miss the wonderful selection of multi-colored amber necklaces; some amber is 40 million years old.
Museum of Natural History cafes:
Add an IMAX® adventure to your museum experience.
Enhance your visit to the museum with an adventure in the Johnson IMAX® Theater.
Travel to far-off seas or go back in time to the age of the dinosaurs. The museum’s giant screen adventures are the perfect complement to its exhibits
Hollywood films are frequently featured in the evenings. Call 202 633-4629 or visit www.si.edu/imax for information and showtimes.
Discounts available for Smithsonian members and groups of ten or more.
Click here to view the full film schedule!
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