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National Archives
Open daily, 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Located in the Rotunda of the National Archives Building, the Founding Documents - known as the Charters of Freedom - establish the principles of the United States and have inspired the American people to pursue a more perfect union for almost 250 years.
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Explore exhibits that showcase the extraordinary holdings of the National Archives.
Experience our nation’s history through exhibitions, historical documents, immersive activities, and thought-provoking conversations.
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Upcoming Events
Looking for programs to deepen your experience at the National Archives? From author lectures to family days, explore our in-person and online events that offer something for everyone.
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Dec
4Inside the Vault: Holidays at the White House with Former White House ChefsNational Archives, Online
Join us as former White House chefs discuss their colorful experiences working in the White House during the holidays and what it was like to cook for the Presidents and their families.
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Dec
5"Awakening the Spirit of America" with Paul M. SparrowArchivist’s Reception Room, Online
Paul M. Sparrow's recent book," Awakening the Spirit of America," chronicles how FDR, with war looming in Europe faced adversaries from within the United States and preserved what he termed “the spirit of America.”
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Dec
14The Tea on Tea! A Boston Tea Party Discussion with Our Nation’s Founding WomenNational Archives Museum, Washington, DC
Abigail Adams, former first lady and founding mother and Sarah Bradlee Fulton, also known as the “mother of the Boston Tea Party,” host a tea party discussion about the world in 1774.
Families, Teachers, and Students
Engage with our educators to experience creative and fun learning opportunities for families, school groups, and teachers.
