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Smithsonian Institution Building (The Castle)

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Smithsonian Institution Building (The Castle)

Washington DC, United States
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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

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30–90°F
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Sweet spotPeak Sep–Nov. Go in Aug for similar weather.

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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

This red sandstone Gothic Revival hall from 1855 was the Smithsonian's original building and now serves as its visitor center, sitting at the center of the Mall's cluster of free museums.

Know before you go

  • Start here for a map and overview before tackling the individual Smithsonian museums, all free to enter
  • The Haupt Garden behind the Castle is a quiet spot to rest between museum stops
  • Air and Space, Natural History, and American History are the three most-visited museums nearby

Pairs well with

Mount Vernon
12 mi away
George Peabody Library
36 mi away
Gettysburg Battlefield
65 mi away
Gettysburg
66 mi away

Frequently asked questions

Where is Smithsonian Institution Building (The Castle)?

Smithsonian Institution Building (The Castle) is in Washington DC, United States.

What is Smithsonian Institution Building (The Castle) known for?

This red sandstone Gothic Revival hall from 1855 was the Smithsonian's original building and now serves as its visitor center, sitting at the center of the Mall's cluster of free museums.

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