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The Museums and Zoo
The Smithsonian Institution—the world's largest museum and research complex—includes 19 museums and galleries and the National Zoological Park.
Most Smithsonian museums and the National Zoo are free and open every day of the year except December 25. For a complete list of hours see the information on planning your visit or select a museum from the list.
Note: Additional Smithsonian exhibitions and events can be found in the S. Dillon Ripley Center on the National Mall.
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Many visitors are surprised to learn that the Smithsonian Institution includes a number of outdoor museums. All have been designed to complement the museums they border and to enhance the overall museum experience.
From mid-April through September there are weekly garden tours available (weather permitting).
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