Smithsonian Cafeteria - Washington DC

The museum itself is stunning. There was about a 25-minute wait to enter the main exhibit, but once inside, it was truly impressive! Two hours isn’t nearly enou... read more The museum itself is stunning. There was about a 25-minute wait to enter the main exhibit, but once inside, it was truly impressive! Two hours isn’t nearly enough to see everything, though it can be exhausting to walk around for that long. The venue is also accessible for those with disabilities and offers elevators if needed. It's a good idea to eat before your visit, as they do have a café that closes around 3 PM. You must be vaccinated to dine at the café, but no vaccination is required for visiting the exhibits.

The experience was powerful and deeply moving. I learned a great deal and truly appreciated the respect for gender diversity. Women are recognized for their imp... read more The experience was powerful and deeply moving. I learned a great deal and truly appreciated the respect for gender diversity. Women are recognized for their important role in the history of African Americans and the diaspora. This is a must-see attraction, but be sure to book in advance, even though admission is free.

The experience was extremely informative. It started off a bit sad, but as I continued exploring, it became quite intense. This museum is definitely worth visit... read more The experience was extremely informative. It started off a bit sad, but as I continued exploring, it became quite intense. This museum is definitely worth visiting more than once, and I can't wait to go back!

1st time visiting the museum and I highly recommend viewing the Concourse exhibit if you do nothing else. The concourse is where the Emmitt Till exhibit is loca... read more 1st time visiting the museum and I highly recommend viewing the Concourse exhibit if you do nothing else. The concourse is where the Emmitt Till exhibit is located and that did have the longest wait time, but more than worth it. There were so many beautiful artifacts and amazing visuals to go along with some of the images and artifacts. The 1st floor when you walk in was also overwhelming hearing the audio of the slaves saying they rather jump ship than travel to an unknown world without their families!

It was a good trip to the museum. It was fast and easy to get access. I was able to get tickets the day of for the time I wanted. The museum exhibits were done... read more It was a good trip to the museum. It was fast and easy to get access. I was able to get tickets the day of for the time I wanted. The museum exhibits were done very well and tastefully. The museum is absolutely huge and I would for shire come back. The only issue is the parking in the National Mall is terrible. But overall good experience. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes because you will for sure be getting your steps in and it is a must go!!!