National Visitor Center, Federal information center at Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington DC, United States.
The National Visitor Center is a National Park Service information hub located on Pennsylvania Avenue NW in Washington DC. It features interactive multimedia displays, historical artifacts, and informative exhibits about the city's landmarks.
The center opened in 1976 during the United States Bicentennial celebrations as part of Union Station. It closed in 1978 due to low visitor attendance.
The center displays exhibits about American governance through artifacts, interpretive panels, and archival materials. Visitors encounter stories about the nation's monuments and institutions.
Visitors must go through security screening similar to airport procedures. Weapons, glass containers, food, and large bags are not permitted inside.
The center offers touchscreen tours on digital displays and houses a collection of 90 White House artifacts. A 14-minute film presents perspectives of the presidential residence.
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