Medical history museum featuring anatomical specimens, military medical innovations, and exhibits on human pathology and trauma care.
General Information
Closed Monday and Tuesday, and on federal holidays
Parking: Free on-site parking available
How to Get There
From Washington, DC (7 mi): Take 16th St NW north to Eastern Ave, turn right onto Linden Lane, and follow signs to the museum entrance.
Overview
The National Museum of Health and Medicine in Silver Spring, established during the Civil War in 1862 and run by the Department of Defense, holds a vast collection of anatomical specimens, surgical instruments, and medical innovations. Interactive displays, rare medical illustrations, and exhibits on the ethics of medicine make it a fascinating, sometimes sobering visit, with free admission.
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