National Air and Space Museum: Quick Facts

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Also Known As	National Air Museum
Date	1946 - present

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Apollo 11 spacesuit

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Map of the National Mall area in Washington, D.C., highlighting major streets, metro stations, parks, government buildings, and prominent points of interest such as museums, memorials, and federal offices. Key landmarks include the Capitol, White House, Lincoln Memorial, Smithsonian museums, and the Washington Monument, with a numbered legend identifying each site.

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