Mount Vernon remaining open during the federal shutdown

George Washington's historic home, Mount Vernon, will remain open during the shutdown, with deals available for furloughed ...

Are Smithsonian museums, National Zoo open or closed? What to know as shutdown drags on

Smithsonian museums and facilities are closed for the foreseeable future as the federal government shutdown continues.
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Smithsonian museums, National Zoo closed amid government shutdown

Smithsonian museums and the National Zoo, which receive federal funding, are closing temporarily amid the federal government ...
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Smithsonian museums to close on Oct. 12 if shutdown persists

(The Hill) – The Smithsonian Institution should be able to remain open for another week but will close should the government shutdown persist beyond next Saturday. Smithsonian museums, research ...
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National Zoo, Smithsonian museums to stay open for at least another week

WASHINGTON, D.C. (7News) — As the government shutdown drags on, the National Zoo and the Smithsonian museums will be able to remain open for at least another week. The attractions posted on X Friday, ...
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Smithsonian Update

Smithsonian museums, research centers, and the National Zoo will use prior-year funds to remain open to the public during the federal government shutdown through Saturday, October 11, 2025. Updates ...