Accessing the Object Collections

Research Access
The NMAI object collections are housed at the Cultural Resources Center (CRC), located in Suitland, Maryland. Research visits must be requested at least four months in advance by completing an Object Collections Research Request. Approval is contingent on staff availability, and researchers are always assisted by Collections Management staff.

Research hours:

  • Monday through Friday, 9:30 AM–12 PM and 1 PM–4:30 PM
  • Closed on federal holidays

Collections Reports and Search

Additional Inquiries