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District of Columbia museums

There are 61museums in District of Columbia. Combined, these Washingtonianmuseumsemploy 8,759 people, earn more than $2 billion in revenue each year, and have assets of $9 billion.
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Types of museums in District of Columbia

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Museums
61
$2,272,130,569
History museums
18
$232,962,226
Art museums
8
$55,710,053
Children's museums
4
$46,965,921
Science and technology museums
4
$43,651,547
Natural history and sciences museums
2
$1,876,542,577
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Museums by major District of Columbia cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Washington DC
61
$2,272,130,569
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Job trends for District of Columbia museums

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
19
1-10
9
11-25
2
26-100
7
101 to 1,000
4
1,000+
1
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Sizes of museums in District of Columbia

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
9
$250k to $1M
12
$1M to $5M
13
$5M to $25M
7
$25M to $100M
2
$100M+
2
Key takeaways for revenue stats:

Directory of museums in District of Columbia

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United States Holocaust Memorial Museum (USHMM)

USHMM is a history museum in Washington, DC whose mission is: USHMM provides for the documentation, study, and interpretation of Holocaust history.
Revenue
$193.1m
Assets
$889.8m
Employees
513
EIN
52-1309391
IRS type
501(c)(3)

National Building Museum

National Building Museum promotes education and engagement in architecture, engineering, and construction through innovative exhibitions and programs, inspiring a sustainable and equitable future.
Revenue
$6.9m
Assets
$8.9m
Employees
63
EIN
52-1050999
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Phillips Collection

Oldest US modern art museum, with permanent and special exhibitions, educational programs, and digital engagement. Located in Washington, DC.
Revenue
$21.3m
Assets
$127.8m
Employees
269
EIN
53-0204620
IRS type
501(c)(3)

National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund

The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund preserves and commemorates American law enforcement while promoting officer safety and wellness.
Revenue
$14.6m
Assets
$137.1m
Employees
54
EIN
52-1382926
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Smithsonian Institution (SI)

The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex, consisting of 19 museums and galleries, the National Zoological Park, and nine research facilities.
Revenue
$1.9b
Assets
$7.2b
Employees
7,170
EIN
53-0206027
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The National Museum of Women in the Arts

NMWA collects and elevates the achievements of women artists from all nationalities and educates the public on their outstanding accomplishments.
Revenue
$24.8m
Assets
$172.1m
Employees
58
EIN
52-1238810
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Hillwood Estate Museum and Gardens

To delight and engage visitors with an experience inspired by the life of founder Marjorie Merriweather Post and her passion for excellence, gracious hospitality, art, history, and gardens.
Revenue
$15.6m
Assets
$309.6m
Employees
153
EIN
52-6080752
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Planet Word

Planet Word is a Museum that inspires and renews a love of words, Language, and reading through unique, immersive learning experiences.
Revenue
$41.8m
Assets
$56.1m
Employees
46
EIN
46-4894732
IRS type
501(c)(3)

International Spy Museum

The mission of the International Spy Museum is to educate the public about espionage and intelligence in an engaging way and to provide a context that fosters understanding of their important role in and impact on current and historic events.
Revenue
$29.0m
Assets
$140.0m
Employees
228
EIN
46-1479450
IRS type
501(c)(3)

National Children's Museum

National Childrens Museum inspires children to care about and change the world through hands-on STEAM exhibits and programs.
Revenue
$5.1m
Assets
$16.0m
Employees
65
EIN
23-7423491
IRS type
501(c)(3)

National Archives Foundation

The National Archives Foundation is an independent that increases public awareness of the National Archives, inspires a deeper appreciation of our country's heritage, and encourages citizen engagement in our democracy.
Revenue
$10.1m
Assets
$18.1m
Employees
47
EIN
52-1792608
IRS type
501(c)(3)

National Womens History Museum (NWHM)

The National Women's History Museum educates, inspires, empowers and shapes the future by integrating women's distinctive history into the culture and history of the United States.
Revenue
$2.9m
Assets
$874.1k
Employees
13
EIN
54-1801426
IRS type
501(c)(3)

American Air Museum in Britain

American Air Museum in Britain tells the story of Americans defending democracy & freedom from British shores; it raises funds for learning & development programs.
Revenue
$2.6m
Assets
$3.2m
Employees
3
EIN
52-1326048
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Foundation of the American Institute for Conservation of Historic & Artistic Works

To support conservation education and career development, and to apply the expertise of the profession in addressing the nation's artistic, cultural, and historic.
Revenue
$2.5m
Assets
$7.1m
Employees
0
EIN
23-7424418
IRS type
501(c)(3)

African-American Civil War Memorial Freedom Foundation

The African American Civil War Memorial Foundation recognizes and memorializes the contributions of African American Civil War veterans through exhibits, seminars, reenactments, and other means.
Revenue
$2.3m
Assets
$3.2m
Employees
4
EIN
52-1785797
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Lillian and Albert Small Capital Jewish Museum (JHSGW)

Jewish Historical Society of Greater Washington (JHSGW) mission is to explore the unique Jewish heritage of Washington as a hometown and as the nation's capital.
Revenue
$2.2m
Assets
$43.2m
Employees
23
EIN
52-6064549
IRS type
501(c)(3)

White House Endowment and Acquisition Trust

The White House Endowment and Acquisition Trust supports the public rooms of the White House and its collection of fine and decorative arts. Its mission is to perpetually preserve and conserve these areas. It is located in Washington, DC.
Revenue
$3.4m
Assets
$86.5m
Employees
0
EIN
52-6898598
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The David Lloyd Kreeger Foundation

The David Lloyd Kreeger Foundation is a private foundation located in Washington, DC. It made two grants last year.
Revenue
$824.7k
Assets
$104.3m
Employees
6
EIN
52-6037451
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Navy Museum Development Foundation

The Navy Museum Development Foundation aims to perpetuate the heritage of the United States Navy by supporting and raising funds for the establishment of a national museum in Washington, D.C.
Revenue
$4.1m
Assets
$5.6m
Employees
0
EIN
85-3976615
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Chinese American Museum Foundation

Nonprofit preserving and showcasing Chinese American historical and cultural materials through exhibits, events, and programs in Washington, D.C.
Revenue
$1.0m
Assets
$319.4k
Employees
5
EIN
82-1782141
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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