The following is a January 25, 2019 press release from the Newseum: Today, the Freedom Forum — the creator and primary funder of the Newseum — is announcing that it has recently entered into an agreement to sell the building in which the Newseum is located to Johns Hopkins University, a premier academic institution. The University will use […]
Federal Employees Receive Free Admission to Newseum During Shutdown
The Newseum is not affected by the current government shutdown and will remain open with normal business hours. Hours of operation are Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Federal employees can receive FREE admission during the government shutdown by showing their badge in person […]
Celebrate at the Newseum’s 17th Annual ‘Yes, Virginia’ Family Day on December 12, 2015
On Dec. 12, 2015, the Newseum will host its 17th annual “Yes, Virginia” Family Day, an event to spark holiday magic and bring out the kid in everyone. The day is inspired by Francis P. Church’s 1897 New York Sun editorial, which addressed 8-year-old Virginia O’Hanlon’s question, “Is there a Santa Claus?” In a tribute to the Sun’s famous […]
Set of “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart” to be Donated to the Newseum
Desk, Globe, and Props from the Set to be Sent to the Museum Following Stewart’s Final Taping on August 6th The Newseum announced it will acquire the set of “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart” following Stewart’s final appearance as host of the late-night television program on Thursday, Aug. 6. The donation, which will become part […]