USHMM Review

This museum should not be missed when visiting DC. It's a touching and informative tribute to the victims of the Holocaust. All the staff were helpful and friendly with exception of one woman at the information desk who refused to allow me to throw away a napkin I used to remove wax from fingers from lighting a candle to honor the victims of this tragic period in history. First she lied and said there was no trash can, then when I saw the trash can, she moved it so I couldn't access it. She was extremely rude and unhelpful for no reason. The manager did make her apologize but it wasn't sincere and there was no reason for her actions. I don't think she should work here since she goes out of the way to be evil for no reason and clearly has the ideology of a Nazi seeing as she likes to be cruel and cause stress for her own enjoyment.

Wow! Such an amazing museum. Definitely a must see! I don't recommend taking busy toddlers. There's a lot of reading involved, and a respect level that needs to be kept.

Beautifully done. I also highly recommend watching the 14-minute video on the rise of Hitler at the start of the tour.

Went here with my youth group. Great place. Recommend it to anyone who is willing to spend a lot of time here.

A must see attraction that will step you back in time to walk the footsteps of those who suffered under the Nazi regime. A surreal moment hearing and seeing survivors of the horid concentration camps. If you are not touched emotionally with a laden heart, teary eyes and a lump in your throat, I'm not sure what else would.

This is a really thought provoking museum. It is so important to learn about history so that we don't repeat it, and this museum really highlights that.

Place worth visiting. Museum describes the history in layers with pictures and videos of various events. There is a hall for Research purposes.

I thought I knew a lot about the Holocaust but I learned so much! Plan to be there 3 hours and not realize it.

Very very sad but must see to never let something like this happen again.

What an experience! The architecture of the building told as much of the story as did the exhibits. The individual profiles created a connection to the pictures and artifacts that was somewhat overwhelming. The educational experience is indescribable.

Not really a lot to see unless I missed something. I was there by myself and not a group so that could be the difference.

A lot of information to absorb and not much structure to the tour. It was okay.

Best museum in DC by far. Make sure you reserve tickets online in advance (Free but a $1 processing fee per ticket) Plan to spend 2-3 hours here.

Everyone should see this museum. Its important and heartbreaking.

Very beautiful! Very emotional and heartbreaking. Informative and well taken care of.

Very sobering. Free - just have to stand in line for a ticket. Bring a jacket, it gets very cool. Takes 2+ hours at a medium pace.

Very good museum, many photos and original videos. At some point it can be sad to see them.

It was emotional for me, but in a good way. Daniel's Story is something everyone needs to see.

Lots of history here. Have yo spent a whole day here. Wouldn't recommend to young kids.

The crowds ruined this place. I went on a Monday but it was so packed we could not view most of the displays. People were constantly standing in front of others and blocking us and them from viewing. Others we spoke with expressed the same frustrations. We ended up just leaving around the halfway point. Really need better regulation of crowds to make the experience as impactful as it should be.

Well put togeather. I wish people wouldnt shuffle through so fast, you kinda get pushed and cant read everything.

I don't recommend it, too dingy and dark. Many old photos and nothing translated into Spanish.

The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum (USHMM) is the United States' official memorial to the Holocaust. Adjacent to the National Mall in Washington, D.C., the USHMM provides for the documentation, study, and interpretation of Holocaust history. It is dedicated to helping leaders and citizens of the world confront hatred, prevent genocide, promote human dignity, and strengthen democracy.

After visit this museum we really understand the important to fight for human rights

Such a humbling experience. The most profound field trip I ever went on. Please remember to bring tissues and your best self.

Incredible experience. Devote a full day, you will want to see every part of this! Also, they have military tickets for the tours- free of charge. Just ask an employee and they will direct you.

This was my first visit. I have waited to go because I did not think I could bear it. It is quiet and thought-provoking. But in no way is this depressing. It energized me to reconsider my perceptions and stand against oppression and stand for my fellow humans. I will return. I have more to consider.

Fantastic museum to depict the cruelties that occurred during the Holocaust. Brings awareness to one of the most tragic events in human history, to remind us of what happened, and how we shall forever remember this event to ensure that something as terrible as the holocaust does not repeat itself in the future.

Very insightful. Great place to visit if you have the time and can get the tickets.

An excellent memorial with well thought out and clearly presented content. It is also good that it challenges visitors to think about how to prevent any future horrors like that

Everyone should have to visit. A must if your in washington

"The first to perish were the children... From these a new dawn might have arisen."- Yitzhak Katzenelson. You may feel like children should avoid this museum, but I disagree. They have exhibits for all ages. The experience can be as historical or as emotional as you choose.

Even if you don't think it's worthy because it's too sensitive, it's the best way to know the historical events so humanity won't ever repeat them.

Very humbling experience. When you see how cruel humanity can be.

Could do with better signage, queue management and kinder security. The exhibitions however were powerful and eye opening.

Got there late only had about 2 hours so we rushed through. Was a great self guided tour. Would recommend for teenagers and older for great learning experience.

Amazing!!! Very emotional. Puts it all into perspective very well.

I did not love this place but it deserves 5 stars. Every adult should visit at least once in their life. I do not recommend bringing kids. Plan on 3+ hours. Expect the experience to change you.

nice museum - but so much to look at, you really need at least half a day to take it all in. go when there is no crowd (ha!).

Sadness at a tragedy of this scale can not be expressed in words. This place allows future generations to understand their past to better shape their future.

This museum will persuade you that holocaust museums should be all across the world to often remind people about the atrocity we are capable of. We should raise our children to let them know what happened to never allow this.

Was a thought provoking experience. An experience that everyone should have and remember. Even with all I already knew about the Holocaust, this place really brings it home and will teach you something more. However, it was overly busy in our afternoon timeslot and the bus loads of students not showing the respect this museum and its displays were due was distracting for many of us that were attempting to be fully immersed. Perhaps cut back on crowd size slightly or limit entry times for 'field trip' crowds? Or maybe encourage the ones with no interest to remain outside or in the lobby and allow the students with interest and understanding to visit the main display. Perhaps due to timing of our visit (spring break).

Crowded in early May on a week day, give all their Tix out at the beginning of the day, no Tix left. Still plenty to see and do tho w/o Tix.

The USHMM is a very well curated museum. While it gets depressing, it does end on a hopeful (less depressing) note. The museum is set up in a very easy to get through and see everything way, and will be appropriate for younger people provided they can maintain a respectful volume.

There's a lot of history and vivid insight to this place and a really thorough representation of what went down back then. I will warn you though this is not for those with weak minds, nerves, and stomachs. Absolutely a learning experience.

Extremely well done a must see for all people to learn from history.

A must ,u need to go and get tickets in the morning they are free but get there first thing we got a cuppa and then waited

This place can't be seen entirely in one day...the first visit will bring u to your knees. its very emotional..cant wait to go back and read more..

Everyone should visit this at least once in their life. Preferably before voting in an election.

I love museums and without a doubt this is a must-see site if you go to the capital of the USA.

Things to see so as not to forget ... incredible that almost all museums are free

Really nice museum. Lots of really cool artifacts. Not a great place to take your toddler if you have a choice.

Plan at least 2 hours for this. I would say 3 to be safe. So much to see but it is presented in a very interesting and cohesive way.

We missed our appointment for the pervious day due to our bus trip arriving late to Washington from Connecticut. My family went back the next day on our own to see if there were any walk up tickets left. Due to the busy spring break time, there were no tickets left. However, my 14 year old had a research paper she was working on about the medical experiments conducted during the Holocaust. When we explained our situation, The museum guide helped us and graciously let us in. What an amazing gift and expierence.