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All railway museums to visit in Washington D.C.

Make a historic journey through railway history at 3 museums in Washington D.C. dedicated to trains and railroads. These museums celebrate the development and impact of rail transport.

Are you a train enthusiast? Here are the best railway museums in Washington D.C.:

  1. National Museum of American History1

    National Museum of American History

     Washington D.C., DC
    The National Museum of American History, managed by the Smithsonian Institution, is situated in Washington D.C., on the National Mall. The museum was initially opened in 1964 under the name Museum of History and Technology, but it adopted its current name in 1980.
     4.7
    History & Anthropology History
  3. National Postal Museum2

    National Postal Museum

     Washington D.C., DC
    The National Postal Museum, situated opposite Union Station in Washington D.C., is a unique institution that was established in 1993. The museum was founded through a joint agreement between the United States Postal Service and the Smithsonian Institution. This collaboration has resulted in a museum that offers a fascinating insight into the history and workings of the postal service, both nationally and internationally.
     4.4
    History & Anthropology HistoryScience & Technology Science
  4. Chinese American Museum3

    Chinese American Museum

     Washington D.C., DC
    The Chinese American Museum DC, also known as CAMDC, is a cultural institution located in Downtown Washington, DC. It was established through the combined efforts of The Chinese American Museum Foundation, private benefactors, and the general public. The museum is dedicated to preserving and promoting the history and culture of Chinese Americans.
     4.3
    History & Anthropology History