Plan your visit
Hours and Location

Exhibits & Store
Thursday – Saturday
12–6 pm
Closed November 26-28 (Thanksgiving week)

Kiplinger Research Library
Tuesdays
3–7 pm
Thursdays
10 am – noon, 1–3 pm
Closed November 26 (Thanksgiving week)

Address

801 K Street Northwest
Second Floor
Washington, DC 20001
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Admission

Access to the Kiplinger Research Library and our exhibits is always free of charge.

Programs are frequently free to attend but may require advance registration.

Tickets for paid events may be purchased online on the event’s webpage.

Two people browse a well-organized gift shop filled with books, T-shirts, tote bags, and various souvenirs related to Washington, DC. One person, wearing a green shirt, is reaching for a book on a shelf, while the other, dressed in a white shirt and dark shorts, stands with hands in pockets, looking at the display. Items include shirts with slogans like “History Happens Here” and “Taxation Demands Representation,” tote bags labeled “DC History Center,” and a variety of books, children's items, and art prints. The shelves are modern with spot lighting, creating a clean and inviting atmosphere.
Getting Here

We are located two blocks south of the Mount Vernon Sq/7th St – Convention Center Metro Station (yellow and green lines) and two blocks north of the Gallery Pl – Chinatown Metro station (red, yellow, and green lines).

The following bus lines stop within two blocks of Mount Vernon Square: D4X, D6X, D24, D32, D34, D40, D80, D90

There is no parking on site, but there is paid street parking on the surrounding streets.

The best way to enter the building is on the K Street side, either the main staircase or the ramps leading to the lower-level entrance.

Groups visiting the DC History Center can book Washington DC charter bus rentals with GOGO Charters, arrange charter bus rentals to DC via National Charter Bus, or reserve local charter buses in Washington DC through Ally Charter Bus.

CharterUP is a sponsor of the DC History Center

A young girl in a pink shirt looks closely at a light blue typewriter inside the Class Action exhibit at the DC History Center.
What to expect?

You may enjoy the exhibits at your own pace and for whatever length of time you prefer. DC History Center staff and volunteers are available to greet you and answer questions during hours when the West Gallery and Retail Store are open. Our retail store stocks staff-recommended books on local history, DC History Center branded items, and a variety of artwork, accessories, and apparel related to our mission and exhibits. All store proceeds support our ongoing work.