National Postal Museum

National Postal Museum

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The National Postal Museum, located in Washington, D. C. , is the primary postal museum of the United States. It covers large portions of the postal history of …

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Mar 19, 2025
I went on the last day of my brief visit to Washington. The museum is adjacent to Union Station where my hotel shuttle picked up and dropped off guests. Even though there are museums which have a …Full review by J6015DXsusanm
Mar 16, 2025
After reading a few reviews on how interactive this museum was for kids, we finally took our toddler here, and we had a great time. Far less busy than some of the other museums in the area (American …Full review by Brittany_11_10
Feb 22, 2025
Great museum. It is often overlooked with all the major museums in the area, but this place is a must visit and free admission. I was with a friend and told her during lunch that I wanted to stop by …Full review by Susan A
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From stagecoach to Model T, learn about the techniques and technologies the U.S. Postal Service has employed to deliver mail over th…
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Established:July 30, 1993
Located:Postal Square Building
Director:Elliot Gruber

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How much time should I devote to the National Postal Museum?
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if you have children, at least 4 hours. if you go with just adults 2 hours.
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Answer by Jill J · Sep 9, 2021
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Can I bring my carry on bags in with me?
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I do not know. I do know that they will be searched. Some of the museums have lockers but I can't remember needing or using one there.
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Tour time please?
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I did not take a tour. It was a self guided tour.
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Is there an on site gift shop?
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Yes - we bought a cute refrigerator magnet. That's our routine purchase at any sightseeing site but they have a nice gift shop. And a stamp collector table that is free - each person can …
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Yes - we bought a cute refrigerator magnet. That's our routine purchase at any sightseeing site but they have a nice gift shop. And a stamp collector table that is free - each person can select 6 collector stamps - lot of fun.
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Believe it was free admission..
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Yes free. They will accept cash donations inside
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