National Law Enforcement Museum, Washington: Photos, Reviews & Location

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#23 of 62 Museums in Washington

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.70

0.7 km from the center of Washington

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444 E St NW, Washington, DC 20001

nleomf.org

(202) 737-3400

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What is the rating of National Law Enforcement Museum?: National Law Enforcement Museum is rated 4.7 out of 5 based on 494 reviews.
How does National Law Enforcement Museum rank in Washington?: National Law Enforcement Museum is #23 of 62 Museums in Washington by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is National Law Enforcement Museum located?: 444 E St NW, Washington, DC 20001 — 0.7 km from the center of Washington.
How can I contact National Law Enforcement Museum?: Phone: (202) 737-3400 · Website: nleomf.org

Reviews (8)

Sarah W 2023 Nov 04

Highly interactive with plenty of unique historical artifacts and informative displays. Would recommend everyone attends at least once and visit the memorial afterwards to truly appreciate everything you have witnessed and learned.

Andrew Callaway 2023 Sep 14

Being a law enforcement officer, I have visited the LEO memorial on several occasions. The museum, however, has always been closed on my previous visits. I finally got to go inside and it was quite an experience. Lots of history of policing in there with many artifacts. Take your time while browsing to allow yourself to enjoy all of the displays and experiences inside!

Marie L 2023 Aug 24

Very nice memorial to remember the fallen. Our person had been added this year and the book was up to date.

Jerry Riter 2023 Aug 24

The National law officer museum was very interesting. Famous criminals, raids FBI cars, choppers and helicopters. Lots of hands on experience, training videos.

Cat Lady 2023 Aug 06

Another great museum in Washington DC. Although it is important to know that unlike most museums in DC it is not free. An adult ticket costs $22.00 per adult.

Parking is behind the museum with metered spots along the street. Inside the museum there is a small room with tables and vending machines. You can buy snacks from the machines or bring your own packed lunch.

The exhibits are unique and diverse. We enjoyed everyone of them. Many are interactive. You come away from this museum with a complete understanding and appreciation of the history of law enforcement in the United States. We spent well over three hours visiting and could’ve spent at least and hour more.

They have a good size gift shop with something for everyone. We will definitely return.

Vincent Aguirre 2023 May 26

I retired after 35 and a half years in law enforcement. This was my first visit. Awesome Museum that depicts the history of law enforcement and the many departments throughout the country. The museum is across from the law enforcement memorial. Please take a moment to visit both.

Ready2 Retire 2023 May 25

Be sure to visit while in DC. Took our 13 year old niece and we all enjoyed it. We are not law enforcement so I think most people will find the interactive exhibits interesting. Especially enjoyed the video on training K9 dogs and 911 simulator. A couple of the live action simulators were not being conducted which we were sorry to miss.

Larry B. 2023 Apr 14

This is a great museum and it's all underground! There are features on past law enforcement officers' actions and events. Everything from under cover gang investigations, rescues, and organized crime. There are displays of older equipment used by law enforcement up to current ones. There are items from the World Trade Center and Al Capone's ballistic vest too. There are plenty of hands-on interactive stations for kids and adults to solve a crime. The museum also highlights crime screen techs, dispatchers, and Corrections Officers. There are videos and simulators and a touching display of select items left at the Law Enforcement Memorial Wall. If you are from a L.E. family or not, this is worth the time to see. There's a great gift shop as well and room to look up the names and stories of the fallen heroes whose names are on the Memorial Wall across the street.