National Museum of Health and Medicine
Museum Medical museum focusing on military medicine and anatomy
Founded as an Army medical museum, the National Museum of Health and Medicine presents anatomical specimens, surgical instruments and the history of military medicine.
A U.S. museum and research collection focused on medical history, anatomy and the development of military and civilian medicine, founded in the 19th century. Its collections include anatomical specimens, medical instruments and archival material used for study and public education.
The institution began in 1862 as the Army Medical Museum, created to collect specimens and records for the study of war-related injuries and disease. Over time it expanded into broader fields of medical research and public exhibition while retaining its original research collections.
Located in the Washington, D.C. area, the museum is part of the national network of medical and scientific institutions that document U.S. military and medical history.
- Founding: Founded in 1862 as the Army Medical Museum, it originated to document and study medical cases and specimens from the American Civil War.
How to Get to National Museum of Health and Medicine #
The museum is in Silver Spring near the Walter Reed campus; reached by car via I‑495 and local roads, or by Washington Metro to the Silver Spring station followed by a short bus or taxi ride.
Tips for Visiting National Museum of Health and Medicine #
- The museum is on the grounds of the Walter Reed campus - check visitor parking and access procedures.
- Don't miss the anatomical and surgical instrument collections; the Civil War‑era medical displays are unexpectedly powerful.
- Allow time for the learning center's rotating exhibits which contextualise medical history.
Best Time to Visit National Museum of Health and Medicine #
Open year‑round; weekdays are generally quieter.
Weather & Climate near National Museum of Health and Medicine #
National Museum of Health and Medicine's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1098 mm/year), wettest in May, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (111 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).
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