As part of the Smithsonian Institution, this museum collects and preserves more than 3 million artifacts—from the original Star-Spangled Banner to Abraham Lincoln’s top hat. The website offers online exhibits and selected pieces from the museum's collection.
Search this museums online collection by topic, time period, location, name, or type of object; such as letters, newspaper clippings, or photographs. This museum i also part of the Smithsonian Institution.