The Newseum

Terrific view of the Capitol from the Newseum

Every great event in modern history has been captured in the news media. Whether print, television, or the Internet, the Newseum displays some of the most iconic moments throughout history and how those events were presented in the news. The 250,000 square foot Newseum sits prominently on Pennsylvania Avenue just minutes from the United States Capitol. With six floors of displays, one trip to the Newseum is simply not enough time to enjoy all the exhibits.

While the Newseum contains a large collection of news media, including historic newspapers, television broadcasts, and photographs, the Newseum also has a few major historical artifacts. The ground floor is home to a large section of the Berlin Wall and a few floors above sits a radio antenna from the World Trade Center. These two displays were by far the most powerful, and balanced well with some of the more fun and hands-on aspects of the Newseum.

One blog post simply cannot do the Newseum justice. The multitude of exhibits coupled with the extraordinary amount of historical news material makes the Newseum a must visit attraction while in DC. Although there is an admission price, tickets are good for two consecutive days and the student discount makes visiting the Newseum well worth the price. In the words of Ron Burgundy, stay classy and thanks for stopping by.

-TB

The Newseum