Level 1Grosvenor Auditorium
Hours: 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Included with General Admission
Photo Credit: Babak Tafreshi
This immersive theater experience brings you face to face with the bold Explorers who are changing the world. Through breathtaking visuals and personal stories, you'll discover how curiosity, ingenuity and collaboration are driving groundbreaking work in every corner of the globe. This show is your chance to see what's possible when we look at the world with a fresh perspective and realize that the spirit of exploration is in all of us.
Museum FAQs
Stay updatedThe highly anticipated National Geographic Museum of Exploration is set to open in summer 2026 in the heart of Washington, D.C. Sign up here to be the first to know when the museum opens!
Tickets are not yet available to purchase. Sign up here to be the first to know when tickets are available!
Yes, Explorers will be at the Museum throughout the day for conversations, talks and informal activities.
Yes, programming throughout the day is designed for everyday explorers of all ages.
The Museum of Exploration never wants cost to be a barrier to curiosity.
We offer discounted admission of $3 per ticket to families enrolled in SNAP and WIC.
Learn more about the program and how to get your tickets today.