National Academy of Sciences Building
2101 Constitution Ave., N.W.
Washington, DC 20418
Telephone: 202-334-2000
Photo ID is required for entry into the building.
There is a small visitor lot off of 21st street, but currently due to construction, it can only be accessed via Virginia Ave - the Constitution Ave intersection is closed for northbound travel.
By Metro
Take the Orange or Blue Line to Foggy Bottom-GWU Metro stop.
Turn right when you exit the station.
Walk south down 23rd Street, NW for approximately 7 blocks.
Turn left onto C Street, NW (after the State Department).
Cross 22nd Street.
The main entrance is in the Front of the building (2101 Constitution Ave.).
A secondary entrance is located at 2100 C Street.
Philadelphia/New York/New Jersey
From 1-66 West take the Exit for Constitution Ave NW. Follow signs for Constitution Ave NW and continue straight. NASB will be on your right near the National Museum of American History.
South Maryland
Take the exit for I-695/Constitution Ave, following signs for Constitution Ave NW
Approximately a 7-minute walk
Distance from National Academies Building: .8 miles
Approximately an 18-minute walk
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