National Building Museum, Architecture and construction museum in Judiciary Square, United States.
The National Building Museum occupies a Renaissance Revival brick structure with a central courtyard featuring 75-foot-tall Corinthian columns supporting upper-level galleries.
Constructed in 1887 as the Pension Bureau building, the structure served federal government offices until the 1960s before becoming a museum in 1980.
The museum presents exhibitions and educational programs focused on architecture, engineering, construction methods, urban planning, and building materials throughout American history.
Located at 401 F Street Northwest near Judiciary Square Metro station, the museum welcomes visitors Monday through Sunday with extended morning hours.
The exterior walls display a continuous 1,200-foot sculptural frieze depicting Civil War military scenes created by artist Caspar Buberl.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Inception: 1980
Architects: Montgomery C. Meigs
Architectural style: Art Nouveau architecture
Made from material: brick
Address: 401 F St NW, Washington, DC 20001 20001
Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:00-17:00; Sunday 11:00-17:00
Phone: +12022722448
Website: https://nbm.org
GPS coordinates: 38.89750,-77.01806
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:05
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