Plan a Visit
**Following guidance, the Interior Museum is temporarily closed as of March 17, 2020, until further notice, with no gallery access, building tours, or in-person public programs. Updates will be posted to the Interior Museum's website and on Twitter and Facebook (@InteriorMuseum).**
Location
Stewart Lee Udall Department of the Interior Building
1849 C Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20240
All visitors must enter through the C Street lobby, located on C Street, between 18th and 19th Streets, N.W. The Interior Museum is located in the 1200W wing of the building, just beyond the visitor processing area.
Hours
The Interior Museum is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (closed Federal holidays). For any weather-related or governmental closures, the Interior Museum follows the Federal Government Operating Status for the DC area.
Admission
The Interior Museum and its public events and tours are free of charge.
Security Procedures
All visitors must enter through the C Street lobby, located on C Street, between 18th and 19th Streets, N.W. All adults are required to present a valid, government-issued photo ID to enter the building. All visitors are subject to security screenings, including bag and parcel checks.
Parking and Transportation
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By Metro
Farragut West (Blue, Orange, and Silver Lines) and Farragut North (Red Line) are the closest Metro stops. The entrance to the Stewart Lee Udall Interior Building is approximately six blocks south on C Street, between 18th and 19th Streets, N.W. -
By Bus
Several bus routes (including the 80, S1, and 7Y) traverse 18th or 19th Streets, N.W., or Virginia Avenue, N.W. The closest stops to the building will be at the intersections of Virginia Avenue, C Street, or E Street. -
By Car
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Driving Directions from the North
Take either 95 or 295 south to the Capitol Beltway, Route 495.
Take 495 west towards Northern Virginia.
Take Exit 30 (Georgia Avenue/29 South).
Proceed approximately 2 miles to 16th Street south. 16th Street veers to the right at this large intersection.
Go approximately 10 miles to I (Eye) Street, and turn right. At the fourth light, turn left onto 19th Street, N.W. The entrance to the Stewart Lee Udall Department of the Interior Building is 6 blocks south on C Street, between 18th and 19th Streets, N.W. -
Driving Directions from the South
Take 395 North to Washington Boulevard/Memorial Bridge/Pentagon/Arlington Cemetery. Move to the left lane.
Cross Memorial Bridge in the center lane.
At the Lincoln Memorial, bear left and follow the road to the left onto Henry Bacon Avenue until it ends at Constitution Avenue. Make a right on Constitution.
Turn left onto 18th Street. The entrance to the Stewart Lee Udall Department of the Interior Building is one block north on C Street, between 18th and 19th Streets, N.W. -
Driving Directions from Northern Virginia
Take I-66 into Washington, staying in the center lane to arrive at Constitution Avenue.
Turn left onto 18th Street, N.W.
The entrance to the Stewart Lee Udall Department of the Interior Building is one block north on C Street, between 18th and 19th Streets. -
Driving Directions from Western Maryland
Take 270 South to 495 West toward Northern Virginia.
After crossing American Legion Bridge, take the next exit to the George Washington Memorial Parkway.
You will cross the Theodore Roosevelt Bridge and end up on Constitution Avenue.
Turn left onto 18th Street, N.W.
The entrance to the Stewart Lee Udall Department of the Interior Building is one block north on C Street, between 18th and 19th Streets, N.W. -
Parking
Metered street parking is available but limited. There are several public parking garages within a few blocks of the building.
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Accessibility
Ramped, accessible entrances are located at the C and E Street entrances of the Stewart Lee Udall Department of the Interior Building.
Places to Eat
The Bison Bistro, a cafeteria located in the basement of the building, is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM
There are a variety of additional dining options located in the general vicinity of Pennsylvania Avenue and 18th Street, N.W.