Since then the National Gallery has grown into one of the world's finest art galleries, with exhibitions ranging from Raphael to Alfred Stieglitz. The National Gallery of Art is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m., and on Sundays from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. During these hours the public is invited to tour the gallery at their leisure. In addition, guided tours of the various collections are given in English and other languages. Guided tour times vary depending on the exhibit. For more information please visit the National Gallery online .
Virtual tours are also available online.
In 1964, the Museum of History and Technology first opened its doors to the public. The museum was created in 1955 by President Eisenhower and was renamed the National Museum of American History in 1980. The museum is responsible for the preservation and display of over 17 million artifacts, including priceless stamps in the National Postal Museum . The National Museum of American History takes visitors on a trip through American history. Visitors can tour the museum themselves or take guided tours of certain exhibits.