Current Exhibitions

BIG! Celebrating the 75th anniversary of the National Archives
To celebrate a big anniversary—our 75th—the National Archives presents this exhibition featuring big records, big events, and big ideas. A special highlight of the exhibition is the first printing of the Declaration of Independence, produced on the night of July 4-5, 1776—one of the greatest treasures in the holdings. "BIG!" opens in the Lawrence F. O'Brien gallery on March 13, 2009 and runs through January 3, 2010.

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News & Events

Throughout February

81st Academy Award Nominees

81st Academy Award Nominees

Join us and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences this month as we screen all documentary and short films nominated for the 81st Academy Awards®. See the screening schedule.

Rotunda late opening The Rotunda and the National Archives Experience in Washington, DC, will close at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 24th. Last admission is at 3:30 p.m.

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McGowan Theater

Did you miss one of our fantastic programs? The National Archives Experience is proud to offer a selection of streaming video programs from our public program repertoire.

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