Discover Why Museums in Washington DC Are Free: A Deep Dive into Accessibility and Education
Washington, D.C., is renowned for its wealth of free museums, particularly those under the Smithsonian Institution. This tradition of free admission is rooted in several key principles. The Smithsonian’s founding charter, established by British scientist James Smithson’s bequest, aimed to create an institution “for the increase and diffusion of knowledge among men,” ensuring open access … Read more