The National Air and Space Museum is home the most significant and largest collection of space and aviation artifacts in the entire world. Every aspect of human flight can be seen on display at the museum, including archival material and art related to aviation and space. This Smithsonian museum takes guests up to the sky, highlighting the remarkable achievements in technology that have helped to advance space exploration and aviation over the past century. The many historical items on display are fundamental to the country’s story of flight, including the Wright Flyer from 1903 and the Spirit of St. Louis flown by Charles Lindbergh.

600 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20560, Phone: 202-633-2214

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