The National Archives Museum holds some of the most significant documents in American history, showcasing the words that helped form the nation. Inside its impressive Rotunda, you'll see the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights—powerful symbols of freedom and democracy.
On this tour, an expert guide will bring the museum's key artifacts to life. View the Emancipation Proclamation, a transformative document from Abraham Lincoln that changed the course of the Civil War. Examine a rare 1297 copy of the Magna Carta, a cornerstone of modern constitutional law. Learn about pivotal moments in American history through handwritten letters from figures like George Washington and Alexander Hamilton, as well as significant items such as a petition for the abolition of slavery and a citation issued to Rosa Parks. By the end of the tour, you'll have a deeper understanding of the nation's defining events and movements.
Duration: 1 hour and 45 minutes