Smithsonian closes as government shut down continues

The Smithsonian's museums and zoo are now closed due to the government shut down. Tours of historic Washington, D.C. sites ...

Are Smithsonian museums, National Zoo open or closed? What to know as shutdown drags on

Smithsonian museums and facilities are closed for the foreseeable future as the federal government shutdown continues.

What is open, closed, or closing as government shutdown continues

More federally operated attractions in Washington, such as the Smithsonian museums will close if the shutdown continues.
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Smithsonian poised to shutter museums Sunday as shutdown showdown persists

The Smithsonian Institute announced Saturday that its museums will be closed starting Sunday as the lapse in government ...

Smithsonian museums and National Zoo set to close as shutdown takes its toll

The shutdown is forcing the closure of a number of America's beloved cultural institutions starting Sunday. Twenty-one ...
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Here's what a shutdown means for Smithsonian museums, memorials and the zoo

Having been through more than one federal government shutdown, Washington, D.C.'s arts and cultural institutions know the drill. While many of the sites have not yet announced specifics, history tells ...

Is the government shutdown still happening? Latest updates on day 14

The federal government shutdown entered its 14th day Tuesday with no resolution in sight, straining tourism, disrupting ...

DC locals and tourists express frustration at potential Smithsonian Museums & Zoo closures

The museums and zoo will remain open through Saturday, October 11. However, if the shutdown continues beyond that date, they will close on October 12.
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Smithsonian closes as government shut down continues

Updated October 12, 2025 at 10:15 AM EDT Having been through more than one federal government shutdown, Washington, D.C.'s arts and cultural institutions know the drill. Visitors will find some ...