National Archives Museum Tour – Semi-Private

The National Archives Museum houses some of the most important documents in American history, preserving the words that shaped the nation. Inside its monumental Rotunda, you’ll stand before the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights—powerful symbols of democracy and freedom.
On this 2-hour small-group tour—limited to just 6 guests—your expert guide will bring the museum’s most remarkable artifacts to life. See the Emancipation Proclamation, Abraham Lincoln’s pivotal order that redefined the Civil War. Examine a rare 1297 copy of the Magna Carta, the foundation of modern constitutional law. Discover handwritten letters from George Washington and Alexander Hamilton, a petition advocating for the abolition of slavery, and even a citation issued to Rosa Parks, each offering a window into the people and movements that defined America.
By the end of this 2-hour tour, you’ll have explored the defining struggles, evolving rights, and landmark decisions that continue to shape the United States. Whether you’re passionate about history or simply curious to see these legendary documents up close, this experience offers an unforgettable glimpse into the nation's past.

Highlights: Highlights Generally Include: (but not limited to) The Declaration of Independence
See the original, hand-signed document that declared America’s independence from Britain in 1776—one of the most revered texts in U.S. history. The U.S. Constitution
Stand before the founding document that established the framework of American government, signed in 1787 and still shaping the nation today. The Bill of Rights
Discover the first ten amendments to the Constitution, guaranteeing essential freedoms like speech, religion, and due process. The Emancipation Proclamation
Issued by President Abraham Lincoln in 1863, this landmark executive order declared the freedom of enslaved people in Confederate states during the Civil War. The Magna Carta (1297)
One of the rare surviving copies of t...

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