Zoos

Bird House

Name: Bird House
Address: 3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008, Washington, DC, US
Telephone: (202) 633-4888
Rating: 4.6

★★★★☆ 4.6 (315 reviews)

📍 3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008

📞 (202) 633-4888

🌐 nationalzoo.si.edu

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🕐 Hours

Monday	9 AM–6 PM
Tuesday	9 AM–6 PM
Wednesday	9 AM–6 PM
Thursday	9 AM–6 PM
Friday	9 AM–6 PM
Saturday	9 AM–6 PM
Sunday	9 AM–6 PM

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About Bird House

Bird House is a zoo in Washington, DC. KMAC hosts the Kmart Couture fashion show, combining high fashion design with contemporary art in an interactive runway experience that blends wearable art with museum exhibitions. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 315 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Zoo
Best For: All Ages
Exhibits: Giant pandas, elephants, lions, black-footed ferrets, naked mole-rats, whooping cranes, tamanduas, Asian elephant calf Linh Mai
Admission: free entry passes available

💡 Did You Know?

⭐KMAC hosts the Kmart Couture fashion show, combining high fashion design with contemporary art in an interactive runway experience that blends wearable art with museum exhibitions
⭐The museum features a dedicated kids interactive creativity center on the first floor, making it accessible for very young visitors (3+ years old) with hands-on art activities
⭐KMAC emphasizes regional contemporary artists, including exhibits where local artists work on live masterpieces visible to visitors during museum hours
⭐The museum offers student discounts and maintains exceptionally affordable admission pricing (noted as costing less than a cup of coffee in visitor reviews)

💬 What Visitors Say

💬Budget-friendly admission: Coffee at the museum costs more than admission, making KMAC an excellent value for families. Student discounts are available, making it especially affordable for educational groups.
💡Start on the first floor to explore the kids' interactive creativity center before heading upstairs to view the rotating exhibits and contemporary art galleries. This keeps children engaged early in the visit.
💬The museum features rotating exhibits including multi-floor installations (like dress exhibits spanning floors 1-2) and live artist demonstrations on the third floor. Plan 1.5-2 hours to experience all three floors thoroughly.
🕐Time your visit around special events like Family Fun Day (May 9th) or the Art Heist interactive experience (May 15th-16th) for enhanced educational engagement beyond standard gallery viewing.
💡Don't skip the gift shop and coffee shop on the first floor—visitors consistently mention these as highlights. The coffee and curated items complement the contemporary art experience.