Museum Re-Opening

The David J. Sencer CDC Museum will re-open with new visitation protocols on January 2nd, 2026. All visitors must make advanced reservations.  Walk-in visits are no longer permitted.

The following information is required while making reservations:

  • Visitors to provide first, middle, and last name

Visitors 18 and over will also need to submit:

  • Date of birth
  • Citizenship (Select U.S. or non-U.S. citizen)
  • Government-issued valid (not expired) REAL ID number or passport number

Bring confirmation email(s) for museum visit.

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Important General information:

  • All visitors and groups must have a reservation to come to the museum. Bring confirmation email(s) for museum visit.
  • Visitors aged 18 and older must show a valid (not expired) government-issued REAL ID Non-U.S. citizens aged 18 and older must present a valid (not expired) passport.
  • Cars and buses will be searched. You must exit the vehicle during the search.
  • All weapons are prohibited, including mace and pepper spray.
  • With the exception of necessary medical equipment or diaper bags, all large bags, backpacks, and bags or purses larger than 13 x 13 inches cannot be brought into the museum. All small purses or bags will be searched and scanned by CDC security.
  • Timed-entry reservations and parking are free.
  • One adult chaperone is required for every 10 visitors under age 18.
  • Reservations are available 90 days in advance. Visits must be scheduled at least two weeks in advance for large groups and a week in advance for groups smaller than 10.
  • The museum does not have a gift shop or place to purchase food.

 

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