Scavenger Hunt at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History in Washington, DC

 

The Smithsonian National Museum of American History tells the nation’s story through American inventions, transformative moments, artifacts, and much more. You’ll find the Star-Spangled Banner, the First Ladies collection, the American Presidency, transportation and invention galleries, and exhibits on food, music, and culture.

With a cityHUNT scavenger hunt, your team explores the museum with purpose. You follow a clear route, solve exhibit-based clues, and learn about American history in a more engaging way. Along the hunt, you capture photos and short videos of challenges you’re tasked with. At the end of the scavenger hunt, you will leave with new knowledge and lasting memories. 

Some of the areas you might be led to explore include:

  • Star-Spangled Banner exhibit
  • American Presidency and First Ladies collections
  • America on the Move
  • Objects of Innovation and Invention
  • Food history and pop culture displays
  • The Price of Freedom
  • Musical instruments and entertainment galleries

How Our Scavenger Hunt Works

To plan the perfect museum scavenger hunt for your group, we start by learning your goals, date, and group size. Then we map a route through the galleries that fits your timing and interests. On event day, you use our app to navigate, submit entries, and watch live scores. We conclude the scavenger hunt by reviewing how each team performed and announcing the winner.

Field Trip to the Smithsonian National Museum of American History

Scavenger Hunt for Schools and Student Groups

The museum works as an indoor classroom where students learn by exploring and solving exhibit-related clues. Teams will observe artifacts and connect them to history, civics, science, and culture. We can customize scavenger hunts to require students to record names, dates, features, and other facts for learning purposes. Photos and short video challenges make review easy once you return to class. By the end, students have new facts, stronger collaboration skills, and a fuller picture of the American story.

Celebrate With Friends & Family

Scavenger Hunt for Events at the National Museum of American History

The Smithsonian National Museum of American History is the perfect place for creating a memorable birthday, family reunion, or weekend outing. Your group solves clues, visits classic exhibits, and creates memories with photo and video challenges throughout. The best part? We plan the entire scavenger hunt for you. All you have to do is show up with your friends and family and have fun!

 

Welcome Interns & New Hires with a Trip to the Museum

Scavenger Hunt for Corporate Teams in Washington, DC

A scavenger hunt gives interns and new hires an easy way to connect in a place that sparks conversation. Teammates work together to solve riddles, complete challenges, and learn each other’s strengths as they move from gallery to gallery. Prompts invite short intros and quick leadership moments without pressure. Photos and short videos help new team members remember names, faces, and first-week wins. By the end, your group has a shared story to bring back to the office.

Plan Your National American History Museum Scavenger Hunt

Ready to plan your scavenger hunt at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History? Contact our team at cityHUNT today! We make it easy. All we need is your date, group size, and any other relevant information about your group’s goals for the day. We plan the route, build the challenges, and set your group up in the app.

Join Our Adventure.

At cityHUNT, we’re not just changing the way teams play. We’re changing the way they connect, communicate and thrive. Join us on this journey of fun, growth and heartfelt experiences. Together, let’s change the world! One scavenger hunt at a time.

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