The National Archives - Washington, DC
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The only place in the world to see the original/actual United States Constitution, Bill of Rights and Declaration of Independence.
Waymark Code: WME8A2
Location: District of Columbia, United States
Date Posted: 04/17/2012
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The National Archives provides numerous displays of information maintained by the United States Government.
The highlight of this location (and what most people stop to see) is the original/actual United States Constitution, Bill of Rights and Declaration of Independence. Unfortunately, photographs/videos are not allowed to be taken of "the big three" documents.
The National Archives allows researchers to access textual and microfilm records relating to: Genealogy, American Indians, The District of Columbia, Federal courts from the District of Columbia
Congress, Maritime matters, Pre-World War I Army and Pre-World War II Navy.
Name of Source Book: 1,000 Places to See Before You Die - USA and Canada
Page Location in Source Book: 262
Type of Waymark: Museum
Location of Coordinates: Front Steps of the National Archives Building
Cost of Admission (Parks, Museums, etc.): 0.00 (listed in local currency)
List Available Hours, Dates, Season:
Spring and Summer
March 15 - Labor Day
10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Fall and Winter
Day after Labor Day - March 14
10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Last admission is 30 minutes prior to closing.
(Closed Thanksgiving Day and December 25)
Official Tourism Website: [Web Link]
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Visit Instructions:
Because of the vastness of many of the "non-localized" sites (Gobi Desert, Great Wall of China), waymark owners are encouraged to allow visits that reflect different perspectives and experiences.
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