“In Pursuit of Life, Liberty & Happiness” Exhibit
Smithsonian's National Museum of American History
- Free
- Smithsonian's National Museum of American History
1300 Constitution Ave NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20560 - Daily, 10:00AM to 5:30PM ET
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History will lead the nation’s 250th anniversary celebrations with an immersive exhibition exploring the ideals of the Declaration of Independence.
In Pursuit of Life, Liberty & Happiness will span three floors and 300,000 square feet, featuring 250 significant objects, including the desk Jefferson used to draft the Declaration of Independence. Another noteworthy artifact is the only surviving ship of the early U.S. Navy, the gunboat Philadelphia.
Exact dates to be confirmed.
America’s Field Trip
The countdown is on — don’t miss this chance to visit one of America’s most iconic historic sites!
This contest invites students in grades 3–12 to share their perspectives on what America means to them and earn a trip to the iconic landmarks that bring America’s story to life. Field trip opportunities range from Yellowstone National Park to newly added trips like Boston and New York City. Don’t wait — the deadline is April 16!