National Building Museum (Old Pension Building)
Overview
The National Building Museum features a soaring Great Hall, colossal 75-foot tall Corinthian columns, and a 1,200 foot terra cotta frieze.The museum offers world-class exhibitions and educational programming. The exhibits explain the history and impact of architecture, engineering, and design. Visitors will learn about the power of the the built world and how it shapes lives, communities, and futures. The National Building Museum has hosted some of Washington's most elegant events and is available for special event rentals.