National Archives Rotunda
The Rotunda is the permanent home of the Declaration of Independence, Constitution of the United States, and Bill of Rights. These three documents, known collectively as the Charters of Freedom, have secured the rights of the American people for more than two and a quarter centuries.
Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington , D.C. 20408 United States
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Seek out the Rotunda. This is where the Bill of Rights and the Declaration of Independence are. Must see!
If you are a true patriot, you must go there. It was really cool to see the Articles of Confederation, Bill of Rights, Constitution and of course the Declaration of Independence all in the same place.
Everyone tries to form a line to the left and work their way around. Do not be fooled into this. It is a free for all with no lines . Walk up to the document you want to see and then back off.
Very nice museum , with some of the most important archives in history. Any history buff will enjoy. Even the Magna Carta is here!
Must come here to see the original Declaration of Independence .
In this photo, President Clinton and Hillary Clinton take time from the 1999 Independence Day celebrations to admire the Declaration of Independence at the National Archives in Washington, DC. Read more
Beautiful presentation but surly guards
Check out the Faulkner Murals when visiting the Charters of Freedom. Recently restored, the murals depict fictional scenes of the Declaration and the Constitution . Click below for before & after shots Read more
Highly recommend stopping here to see the Bill of Rights, Declaration of Independence and the Constitution !!
I've been to DC many times now and I always always stop to see OUR Constitution . It is bigger than any one man.
The documents have faded over time, but it’s still very cool to see the originals.
The original documents that made the USA to what it is right now, very impressive to see!
Get there early or you won't be able to see over the heads of the crowd.
So much history in this building. A beautiful display of our founding documents !
The Charters of Freedom were formally delivered into the custody of the Archivist of the United States and enshrined in the Rotunda at a ceremony on December 15, 1952.
Once you're inside the rotunda, it's sometimes easier to walk thru counter clockwise. The clockwise can sometimes develop a long queue.
Look for the misspelling of Pennsylvania on the Constitution , it's a fun secret
There's more here than the Rotunda. Check out the declarations of war and presidential letters.
Terrible crowd control, they just send a crowd in and it's everyone for themselves
Long line but moved pretty steadily.
DON'T FORM A LINE !!! The guards will yell at you if you do.
The constitution looks almost completely faded.
Try the Constitution
No pictures!
Imperdible paseo. Muy didáctico. Lastima que no se pueden sacar fotos
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Lots of interesting things to see here. Give yourself between 30 minutes and an hour to see everything in the vault. - John Hankus
N.B.: the museum closes at 5, NOT 5:45. The latter is the closing time for the RESEARCH archives. - Rafael Noboa y Rivera
Constitution is in better shape than the declaration of independence. Be prepared for long lines on busy days. Get there early. - John Hankus
This place is awesome for people of all ages! From our 18 month old, our 4 year old, and my wife and I we all had a blast. Don't forget to visit the Wegman's kids area on the 1st floor.... a must! - Michael Galus
This was fantastic! Not much to see in the house. Originals are in Chicago. Nice feature on Abe's hat, flag, his coat. - Aaron Smith
Very historically informative in a tasteful way. All graphic images/information is blocked off so you can make the choice of what to see. Excellent museum. - Lauren Millard
THIS PLACE IS AMAZING great gift shops and prices. Large and lots to see very fun - Kiley K
Friday’s at 5:00 Pm you can sit down, have a couple of beers and sangrias, and listen to live music. Get there early cause the spaces run out fast! - Camilo Angel
Totally love it! The museum is stunning, everything is organized in a fun way. A great place to learn and have fun. - Steven Vega
Category Arts and Entertainment » Museum » History Museum
Place United States » Washington » Federal Triangle