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National Inventors Hall of Fame Museum

Name: National Inventors Hall of Fame Museum
Address: 600 Dulany St, Alexandria, VA 22314, Alexandria, VA, US
Telephone: (571) 272-0095
Rating: 4.4

★★★★☆ 4.4 (159 reviews)

📍 600 Dulany St, Alexandria, VA 22314

📞 (571) 272-0095

🌐 invent.org/museum

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🕐 Hours

Monday	10 AM–4 PM
Tuesday	10 AM–4 PM
Wednesday	10 AM–4 PM
Thursday	10 AM–4 PM
Friday	10 AM–4 PM
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

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Quick Facts

Type: National Monument to Innovation
Best For: All ages
Location: Alexandria, VA (near Washington, D.C.)
Admission: Always free
Hours: Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; 1st Saturday 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

💡 Did You Know?

⭐The museum features more than 600 world-changing Inductees exhibits showcasing American innovation, making it one of the most comprehensive collections of invention stories and patent history
⭐Admission is completely free for all visitors, making it an accessible educational resource for families and school groups
⭐The museum is housed within the USPTO Madison Building in Alexandria, VA, directly connecting visitors to the official U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
⭐The museum offers interactive exhibits and organized scavenger hunts for school groups, with group tours available by advance reservation for 10 or more visitors

💬 What Visitors Say

💬Plan 1-2 hours to explore the museum comfortably. Multiple visitors noted this timeframe was ideal for experiencing the interactive exhibits without feeling rushed, especially with children.
💬Admission is completely free, making it an excellent value for families and school groups. Consider visiting on the first Saturday of each month (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) when it's open, or weekday mornings (Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) to potentially avoid crowds.
💡Call ahead to arrange a guided tour or scavenger hunt for your group—reviewers highlighted these enhanced their experience significantly. Groups of 10 or more require reservations emailed at least two weeks in advance.
💬Bring a valid, REAL ID-compliant U.S. government-issued ID (such as a driver's license) as it's required for all adult visitors to enter the USPTO Madison Building. Plan accordingly and don't forget this requirement.
💡This smaller, focused museum works particularly well for younger children (K-4th grade) who might find larger museums overwhelming. The interactive, hands-on exhibits keep kids engaged and inspired without sensory overload.