Visitors at the interactive seder table in Connect. Reflect. Act, Spring 2024. Chris Ferenzi Photography
Plan Your Visit
Admission and Hours
General Admission
Walk-ins are welcome for same-day tickets as space permits. Advanced ticketing recommended. General Admission tickets include access to our ongoing exhibitions.
Special Exhibition
Special exhibitions fees vary and are always free for Members. Our next special exhibition, LGBTJews in the Federal City, is open May 16, 2025-January 4, 2026. Tickets are available for $12.
Public Programs
Public Programs require separate registration and may charge additional fees.
Members
Members enjoy free admission to all exhibitions, discounts on programs, exclusive content, and early access for priority tickets.
Hours
- Monday Closed
- Tuesday Closed
- Wednesday 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Thursday 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Friday 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Saturday 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Sunday 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Holiday Schedule
- Apr 12: 11 am–3 pm for Erev Passover
- Apr 13: Closed for First Day of Passover
- May 26: 10 am–5 pm for Memorial Day
- Jul 4: 10 am–5 pm for Independence Day
- Dec 25: 10 am–5 pm for Christmas Day
New Hours
Effective Thursday, May 1: The Museum will open at 10am and close at 5pm.
Evening Hours
The Museum is open until 8pm on the first Wednesday of each month (excluding holiday closings)
2025 Dates
May 7 | Jun 4 | Jul 2 | Aug 6 | Sep 3 | Oct 1 | Nov 5 | Dec 3
Directions & Parking
Located at the corner of 3rd & F Streets, NW
575 3rd Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001
202.789.0900
Accessibility and Groups Entrance
On F Street
Parking
Public paid parking garage available at 3rd & G Streets, NW
Public Transit
Metro: Red Line to Judiciary Square, National Building Museum exit
Capital Bike Share: 3rd & H Streets, NW
Regional rail to Union Station
Group Tours
We are pleased to provide guided tours for groups of all ages and backgrounds can enjoy.
Adult groups, please visit the Tour the Museum page to plan your visit.
Educators and School Administrators, please visit the School Groups Visits page.
Accessibility
We welcome all visitors and strive to ensure that our exhibitions, programs, and facilities are accessible to everyone.
Wheelchair entrance is located on F Street. All Museum spaces are wheelchair accessible. We are able to provide wheelchairs on a first-come, first-served basis; please go to our welcome desk for assistance. Wheelchair-accessible restrooms are located on all floors of the Museum.
Videos in the exhibitions are open-captioned in English.
Gewirz Museum Shop
Find books, postcards, and gifts inspired by our collection and exhibitions.
Members save 10% on their purchases.
All proceeds help support the Museum’s education programs.
The Nosh Pit
Light refreshments are available for purchase at the cafe cart in the Morse Loeb Lobby.
Members save 10% on their purchases.
Proudly serving Compass Coffee.
