Which museums are open on Monday in Washington D.C.?
Quick answer
Yes — all 7 Washington D.C. museums we cover open on Mondays, including Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, National Gallery of Art, United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. World Museum Guide lists each museum's hours below — confirm holiday hours on the official site before you go.
Visitor information last reviewed 30 June 2026. Check the official museum site for current details.
Monday opening at Washington D.C. museums
| Museum | Open on Monday? | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History | Open | Daily: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM (closed December 25) |
| National Gallery of Art | Open | Monday to Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| United States Holocaust Memorial Museum | Open | Daily: 10:00 AM – 5:20 PM (extended hours in peak season) |
| Smithsonian American Art Museum | Open | Daily: 11:30 AM – 7:00 PM |
| National Museum of African American History and Culture | Open | Daily: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum | Open | Daily: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM (closed December 25) |
| Smithsonian National Museum of American History | Open | Daily: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM (closed December 25) |
Visitor details last reviewed 2026-06-30. Check the linked official museum websites before travelling.
Frequently asked questions
Are museums in Washington D.C. closed on Mondays?
No — every Washington D.C. museum in our guide opens on Mondays: Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, National Gallery of Art, United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, Smithsonian American Art Museum, National Museum of African American History and Culture, Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, Smithsonian National Museum of American History.
Do Monday hours change on public holidays?
Often — museums that normally close on Mondays sometimes open on public-holiday Mondays and close the next day instead. Check the official website linked from each guide before you travel.