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- American Red Cross Museum
Collection represents the visual history of the services and people who have dedicated their efforts during the group's history. Features history, exhibits and collections, activities for youth, programs for teachers and a newsletter.
http://www.redcross.org/museum/
- American University Computing History Museum
Promotes awareness of the history of computing, supports research in the historiography of computing, provides support to teachers and houses a collection of computer artifacts. Features a virtual tour, history, syllabus, lectures, student projects and bibliography.
http://www.computinghistorymuseum.org/
- Art Museum of the Americas
Collection of 20th-century Latin American and Caribbean art, special Latin American art exhibits and related educational programs. Features exhibitions, a virtual gallery, educational resources, services and directions.
http://www.museum.oas.org/
- B'nai B'rith Klutznick National Jewish Museum
Collection includes art and ethnographic and archeological holdings from Biblical through modern times. Features membership information and a message board.
http://www.bnaibrith.org/museum
- Bead Society of Greater Washington Bead Museum
Dedicated to furthering the understanding and appreciation of beads as personal ornaments that express human aesthetic impulses and embody deep symbolic significance. Features membership information, exhibits, publications and educational and outreach programs.
http://www.beadmuseumdc.org/
- Black Fashion Museum
Non-profit cultural institution that is a repository for antique and contemporary garments that have been designed, made, and/or worn by people of color. Features events, membership information, student design competition and press releases.
http://members.aol.com/money4bfm/BFM/
- Capital Children's Museum
Encourages children to explore by touching, climbing, tasting and using their imagination to learn about the world around them. Features exhibits, special programs, events, teacher's workshops, hours and membership information.
http://www.ccm.org/
- City Museum of Washington, DC
Museum and research library devoted to the local history of the city and its neighborhoods, operated by the Historical Society of Washington, DC. Although the museum exhibits are temporarily closed, the research library is open. Includes information on the museum, the history and activities of the society, a calendar of events, and an overview and searchable catalog of the library collections.
http://www.citymuseumdc.org/
- Corcoran Gallery of Art
Offers an extensive collection of American and European masterworks, ongoing exhibitions of contemporary art and classrooms and studios dedicated to encouraging the American genius. Features programs, calendar, special exhibitions, collections and membership information.
http://www.corcoran.org/
- Daughters of the American Revolution Museum
Showcases the furnishings and decorative arts of pre-industrial America with permanent and changing exhibitions in two galleries. Features news, events, visitor information, virtual exhibitions, recent acquisitions, educational programs, volunteer opportunities and gift shop.
http://www.dar.org/museum/
- Discovery Creek Children's Museum of Washington
Exhibits designed to help children experience, appreciate, and become stewards of the natural environment. Features news, programs, educator resources, events, membership information and volunteer and internship opportunities.
http://www.discoverycreek.org/
- Drug Enforcement Administration Museum & Visitors Center
Exhibits focused on educating the public on the history of the agency and on the impact of drug addiction from past to present. Features exhibits, education resources and visitor information.
http://www.usdoj.gov/dea/deamuseum/
- Dumbarton House
A Federal period historic house museum in Georgetown, dating from 1798. Includes calendar of events, museum information, and history and photos of the house.
http://www.dumbartonhouse.org
- Hillwood Museum and Gardens
Features the most comprehensive collection of 18th- and 19th-century Russian imperial art outside of Russia and one of the world's most important collections of 18th-century French decorative arts on a twenty-five acre estate with pleasure gardens and important azalea and orchid collections. Features visitor information, museum shop, volunteer and employment opportunities, photographic tour and online exhibitions.
http://www.hillwoodmuseum.org/
- International Spy Museum
Exhibits focus on human intelligence and reveal the role spies have played in world events throughout history. Features visitor information, calendar, membership information, employment opportunities, directions and museum shop.
http://www.spymuseum.org/
- Marian Koshland Science Museum
National Academy of Sciences exhibits focus on scientific practice and its implications for society.
http://www.koshland-science-museum.org/
- National Building Museum
Dedicated to exploring and celebrating architecture and related disciplines. Features lectures, exhibitions, news, online exhibits [requires Flash], educational programs and resources, employment and internship opportunities and membership information.
http://www.nbm.org/
- National Children's Museum
Slated to open in 2008, will offer child-centered, interactive learn-by-doing experiences. Includes news and events.
http://www.nationalchildrensmuseum.org/
- National Gallery of Art
Collection illustrates major achievements in painting, sculpture, and graphic arts from the Middle Ages to the present. Features exhibitions, online tours, educational programs and resources, internship, fellowship and volunteer opportunities, programs, events, gallery shop and collection guides in English, French, German, Italian and Spanish.
http://www.nga.gov
- National Geographic Museum Explorers Hall
Past and current Society expeditions come to life through interactive programs and artifacts. Features exhibits, map and hours.
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/explorer/
- National Law Enforcement Museum
Future museum will give major emphasis to educating visitors about the essential role that law enforcement plays in a free society. Features development plans. Scheduled opening 2008.
http://www.nleomf.com/TheMuseum/museum.htm
- National Museum of American Jewish Military History
Documents and preserves the contributions of Jewish Americans who served in the Armed Forces of the United States. Site has information on the museum, its collections, and exhibitions.
http://www.nmajmh.org/
- National Museum of Health and Medicine
Collections focus primarily on the history and practice of American medicine, military medicine and current medical research issues. Features exhibits, news, events, FAQ and map.
http://nmhm.washingtondc.museum/
- National Women's History Museum
Nonpartisan, nonprofit educational institution dedicated to revealing, presenting, and celebrating the rich and diverse history of women's contributions that have shaped American culture and society. Features volunteer information, membership information, news, events and a cyber museum.
http://www.nmwh.org/
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