Dorothy's Original Ruby Red Slippers, 1939

A powerful and fascinating institution, this collection of more than 3 million artefacts captures American history and culture.

Beyond gaining the right to vote, explore the advancements women have made in math, science, and art.

Step into a history of time on earth, and see nearly 700 fossils from the T-Rex to the woolly mammoth.

Learn about the minerals, rocks, and gems that make up our natural world, while also seeing some of the world's largest gems - including the Hope Diamond.

Let yourself be astounded by the 200 year old flag from the Battle of Baltimore, where Francis Scott Key penned "O say does that Star-Spangled Banner yet wave."

From eradicating smallpox and battling tetanus, the National Museum of American History documents the American role in antibody based therapies and diagnostics.