National Archives Museum Washington DC: Skip-The-Line Ticket + Guided Tour

See the Declaration of Independence and learn about the Constitution

Visit the National Archives Museum to see the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights. Learn about the Archives' role in preserving American history. Start the tour with the Declaration of Independence. Examine the weathered parchment that signifies the bold vision of the Founding Fathers. Next, look at the Constitution of the United States to review its articles and amendments. Understand the principles upon which the country was built. Learn about pivotal moments in constitutional history, from the influence of the Magna Carta to the creation of the Bill of Rights.