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Newseum

555 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W., Washington DC, DC 20001 (Downtown / Chinatown)
888-639-7386
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Ranked #3 of 228 attractions in Washington DC
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Type: Speciality Museums, History Museums
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: 2-3 hours
Owner description: Find out for yourself why everyone is calling the Newseum the best experience Washington, D.C. has to offer. Each of the seven levels in this... more » Owner description: Find out for yourself why everyone is calling the Newseum the best experience Washington, D.C. has to offer. Each of the seven levels in this magnificent building is packed with interactive exhibits that explore how news affects our shared experience of historic moments. Whether you have just a few hours or want to spend all day, you’ll find something for everyone in the family in the Newseum's 15 theaters and 15 galleries. « less
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Mississauga, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

I didn't know anything about this museum before we went, but I found it to be very-well laid out, with interesting displays

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Houston, Texas
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

If you are a news junkie, a history buff, or anybody with an appreciation of current events, you will like this museum. Try out the interactive newscast options. It's not as easy as you think!

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Ottawa, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

So much to see in this attraction. A real education of how media works and effects our lives. Great gift store too.

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Hinsdale, Illinois
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

This was my first visit to the Newseum since it moved to D.C. There was a special exhibit of Jackie Kennedy photos which I really liked. The exhibit of all the Pulitzer Prize photos was awesome! I wish we had another day to visit the Newseum and take our time. This is a place for adults, I believe. Children may... More

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Wake Forest, North Carolina
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

What informative and beautifully displayed exhibits. Just seeing all the Pulitzer Prize winning photos was worth the visit. There is an entry fee, but it is good for 2 days...you could easily spend 1 1/2 days there. Pieces of the Berlin Wall, part of the antenna that was attached to the top of the World Trade Center building, recovered artifacts... More

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Port Townsend, WA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

Plan to spend most of a day in this fabulous place. We loved the complex look at news - how it is generated, how it affects people and societies, and the ability to review news, all past to present. The interactive areas are terrific, the commemorative areas are well done, the architecture is fascinating and the lunch was great!

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Laguna Woods, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

Highly recommend a stop here - 6 floors of media compilation; newspapers, radio, comics, TV and videos - covers events of the past century - chronological presentation brings back memories of events in our lifetime - some special presentations like the "Kennedys" and the "FBI" were especially informative - The annual winning Pulitzer Photo awards section we thought was the... More

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North East, Pennsylvania
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Yes, virtually everything in D.C. is free so when a place charges for admission you might wonder if it's worth it... for the Newseum the answer is YES! A great place for kids and adults to learn about media and journalism. Lots of interactive displays, lots of fascinating info. Kids love it. Adults love it. It's not a 'look but... More

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Boston, MA
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Newseum is very unique in DC - it's one of the only museums you have to pay for - but it's totally worth the time and money (and your pass is good for two days if you don't get to everything and want to come back). Six floors in all with some truly fascinating exhibits and artifacts. The largest piece... More

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Cary, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

This news museum is devoted to news from a historical perspective. We highly recommend it even if you don't watch the news on a routine basis. It has a tremendous about news events going back in time - even ancient times. Some of the exhibits can be depressing such as the news covering the 9/11 attacks in NYC but overall... More

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