This is considered one of the highlights of the entire Smithsonian, and certainly draws the largest crowds.
Unfortunately, about half the museum was closed for renovation when I visited. But do not miss the much larger annex near Dulles Airport in Fairfax Virginia. See those photos in an album below.
Unfortunately, about half the museum was closed for renovation when I visited. But do not miss the much larger annex near Dulles Airport in Fairfax Virginia. See those photos in an album below.

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