Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History Store
Address: 10th St. & Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC
Phone: (202) 633‑2060
Official Website: smithsonianstore.com
Hours:
Daily, 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM
About: Inside the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, the store complex stocks a range of nature, science, and museum‑themed gifts, educational games, and toys that likely include puzzles or puzzle‑like items. While not advertised as a puzzle specialty store, many of the products (e.g. science kits, dinosaur‑themed gifts, engaging educational toys) suggest that some puzzles are part of their collection, especially those connected to museum exhibits or natural history motifs. The museum setting gives visitors the chance to find puzzles inspired by fossils, gemstones, wildlife, and earth science, with presentation and quality matched to museum standards. Store hours match the museum’s, making it convenient for a visit before or after seeing exhibits. If you prefer puzzles that are thematic, artistic, or educational rather than mass‑market, this is a place worth checking when you're in DC.
Photo Source: https://www.smithsonianstore.com/nmaahc-jigsaw-puzzle-68472/
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