Museum of the Bible

A great place to have an interactive biblical experience. The Museum of the Bible is an absolute gem! From the moment you step in, you're immersed in a rich tapestry of history, culture, and faith. The exhibits are meticulously curated, offering a fascinating journey through the Bible's history and its impact on the world. The state-of-the-art technology and interactive displays make the experience engaging for visitors of all ages. The staff is knowledgeable and passionate, always ready to share insights and answer questions. The architecture of the building itself is stunning, with thoughtful design elements that enhance the overall experience. Whether you're a scholar, a casual visitor, or someone exploring their faith, the Museum of the Bible offers something profound and enriching for everyone. It's a must-visit in D.C. and an experience you'll treasure long after you leave.

Exceptional. About 15-20 minute wait to get up to purchase tickets.(We arrived 10:30 on Saturday) This museum is immaculate - everything is clean. Plan 3 hours minimum to see it all. They have a kids education area too. Expect a wait at the Manna Restaurant on top floor unless you eat lunch early. (Their food is pretty good.). The gift shop is expensive! but to be expected. We thoroughly enjoyed it all and a great education.

This museum is beautiful! There is so much to learn! They have successfully implemented creative and interactive ways to expand Bible knowledge and enjoy the experience. It truly is next level! I highly recommend a membership to this museum. You'll never grow tired of visiting it, and it's a unique experience for guests when they visit you as well.

The Museum of the Bible is an absolute must-visit for anyone interested in delving deeper into the history of the Bible. I highly recommend this place to anyone seeking to enrich their understanding of this influential text. Be prepared to spend a good 3 to 5 hours exploring the museum's six floors of exhibits. It's worth checking their website beforehand to see what shows are available and booking your tickets well in advance to avoid disappointment. As you embark on your journey through the museum, make sure to dress comfortably and wear appropriate footwear, as there's a lot to see and explore. The restaurant on the sixth floor is a bit pricey, so if you're looking to save money, plan accordingly. However, the gift shop on the ground floor is a treasure trove of memorabilia, perfect for taking a piece of your experience back home with you. For Christians especially, I cannot stress enough the importance of visiting this museum. It offers profound insights into the evolution of the Bible and its enduring impact on humanity. Approach your visit with an open mind and a willingness to learn, and you'll come away with a deeper appreciation for this sacred text. Take your time at each exhibit, read the information provided, and absorb as much knowledge as you can. The experience is truly enlightening and well worth the investment of your time.

Wonderful museum. We purchased our tickets days earlier and added on the Creation Sings exhibit. We were disappointed that when we arrived the Creation Sings exhibit was down. They gave us a choice to replace it with a virtual reality experience a monument exhibit. We chose the virtual reality which was okay, but not what we really wanted to do. All in all it was a great museum.

Hosted our event called The Bible + Mental Health at Museum Of The Bible. It was absolutely phenomenal! The staff were knowledgeable and kind. The venue was beautiful and inspiring. Thank you for this blessing!

I wish I had gotten there earlier. There is so much to see. The paintings on the third floor was awesome, but I only got to breeze through it cause they were closing. I did the creative interactive show that they had and it was nice but definitely not worth $20. There was no need to add that experience. The museum is enough in my opinion. There is a lot of history on the Bible that is great if you can really take your time to read and learn as you go. Going as early as possible is my recommendation. 2 or 3 hrs is not enough. You definitely need more time if you want to really take it all in. I wish I did.

The Museum of The Bible was amazing, you definitely need at least 3-4 hrs look at everything! Not only did it have biblical history, it had American history and history around the world that was influenced by the Bible and Christianity. Definitely good for all religions and age groups and would visit again. The only thing I didn’t like too much was the food at the Milk and Honey cafe. It seemed like it was old and for the portion size, it seemed like it should have been cheaper, but other than that 5/5 experience at the museum!

Had a wonderful time exploring the Museum of the Bible! Would recommend spending a whole day as there are many exhibitions and videos throughout the museum. The New Testament section is under renovation until Spring 2024. Would have to come back next year to check it out! There will be a show from March to mid-April at the World Stage on the top floor. Museum was opened in 2017 so it's well maintained and immaculately cleaned. It wasn't crowded when we went there mid-week. Don't forget to check if Groupon has deals. We got 40% off the regular price. Food at the Manna restaurant was good. There is also a cafe for a quick bite and drinks. The gift shop has some really nice items so allocate some time to check it out. We parked at the garage right next door. Coat check (free) comes in handy especially during winter. Whether you believe in the Bible or not, it's definitely a great museum to check out. You may be pleasantly surprised to learn about the gospel and the impact the Bible has had on people around the world.

Don't miss this if you are interested in Bible History. I was absolutely amazed by the large collection of historic bibles. There are three main types of exhibits that span 6 floors: Historic Bibles + Jewish Scrolls, mockups of ancient holy land with role playing actors that interact with you, themed + rotating exhibits. The historic Bible collection was bigger than I have ever seen. They have almost every Bible in lineage of pre-printing press (hand written) as well as post-printing press. They have some very rare Bibles. For example: - John Wycliffe Bible - hand written, first translation into English - Original King James Bibles, including the variations printer known as "He" and "She" referring to passage in Ruth printed incorrectly, the "Adulterous Bible" where ten cimmanent states "thou shall commit adultery", Martinuther Bible, and ancientvpqpyrus manuscripts that are 2000+ years old. I could go on and on... They have a Jewish scribe on staff that will write your name in Hebrew, discuss the meaning, and provide lists of history about scribal tradition and names. He was super knowledgeable and interesting to listen to, even the names for people in line ahead of you. The line is slow as he takes time with each person. The holy land mock-up is a bit like Disney. It was interesting, but only mildly interesting. Lots of videos to watch as you walk through mock-up environments. I found the videos to be a good lesson on history but they didn't relate the history to why it is important to Christianity today, which I think would make it more interesting to general person who may get bored with too many history stories. Definitely seek out the roleplay ctors. Those interactions were very interesting and entertaining. Some themed exhibits were included with admission ticket and some were not. An included example includes the impact of the Bible on America. The additional fee rotating exhibit on my visit was a worship experience "All creation sings". I didn't visit it. I spent 6 hours at the museum and didn't cover any of the extra fee exhibits. You could spend less time, but you would skip many of the video experiences which were 20-45 minutes each. You could also spend more time.

The Museum of the Bible in DC is a must-visit! After having it on my list for my last two visits, I finally had the chance to go, and it absolutely lived up to expectations! To save even more, I managed to purchase my ticket on Groupon for about $15. I highly recommend checking there before planning your trip! The museum itself is innovative, with six levels to explore. Floors 2 and 4 were particularly captivating for me. Walking through the exhibits and experiencing the Bible stories come to life through sound and visuals was incredibly compelling. A few points to note: On the main floor, there's a coat check available. Additionally, if you're traveling back home after your visit, they can also check your luggage in, provided it's the size of a carry-on. I arrived here via Uber, so I'm uncertain about the parking situation. However, I would recommend calling ahead to check, especially if you're traveling with a large group. As a Christian seeking to strengthen my faith, this visit was a wonderful way for me to start the year!

Loved this experience. Did the VR tour of biblical landmarks which was excellent. Every floor was another great experience. Truly enjoyed this visit and the live Israelites giving "lived experience" testimonials of life back then.

What a phenomenal experience! There was so much information to digest, I was only able to cover 2 floors! Just know that you will need at least 3 full days to cover everything! Explore - a virtual reality tour of the lands of the Bible - was absolutely amazing!! That experience was well worth the price of admission + $10. The exhibits were fascinating! Especially noting the exhibit showing the number of translations of the Bible in circulation and the pending ones! WOW!! This is a MUST when traveling to DC or for DC residents like me on a free Saturday!

I'm in such amazement of this place . My mom , daughter and I enjoyed our time here . From what I heard it is a fairly new museum so it was pretty packed . But seeing the artifacts, experiencing the interactive rooms and how what's written in the Bible ties into our everyday lives was truly an experience.

It was a great experience for me. I would love to bring my mother, but her sight is very bad and she would love the imagery but she's not able to see it anymore. I really wish there was a way for those with diminished eyesight to partake in this wonderful experience

Came to the Museum of the Bible over the weekend, and with each visit, my faith continues to grow. The experience remains timeless, and I always find something new to appreciate. My top recommendation is to head straight to floor 3, where you'll encounter the captivating exhibit, "Stories of the Bible." This exhibit is divided into three sections: "The Hebrew Bible Experience," "The World of Jesus of Nazareth," and "The New Testament Theater." For the best experience, follow the order mentioned. The Hebrew Bible Experience, in particular, is so moving that it never fails to bring tears to my eyes. Unfortunately, photos and videos are prohibited in this section, so you truly have to experience it for yourself--come and see! "The World of Jesus" offers a fantastic walkthrough experience, providing insight into what the world might have looked like during the time of Jesus. Although I was a bit disappointed that the New Testament Theater was closed for renovations during my visit, I look forward to returning in mid-March to experience it fully. Additionally, don't miss the interactive kids exhibit on floor one, where children can play and learn about the Bible simultaneously. It's a fantastic feature for families. In summary, the Museum of the Bible continues to be a top destination for me. Come and see what this remarkable museum has to offer!

One book. Hundreds of translations. And a history spanning thousands of years. That's what you'll find at Washington DC's Museum of the Bible, a place sure to impress both the devout and the curious. This museum comprises 6 floors, plus a basement level with rotating special exhibits. Regular exhibits include the history of the Bible in America and the world, translations, handwritten scrolls and other artifacts, a replica and demo of the Gutenberg printing press, and a life-size recreation of what buildings in Nazareth might've looked like. But my absolute favorite exhibit was The Hebrew Bible, an immersive exhibit that combines digital media with beautifully-designed theming. A movie recounting the journey of the Old Testament Israelites plays in segments as you're guided from room to room. The stunning visuals and compelling storytelling make you feel like you're part of the journey. I was sad that photography isn't allowed in this exhibit, but I guess they don't want people blocking others and holding up the show! There's a lot to see at this museum and you could spend anywhere from a few hours to a whole day here depending on how closely you want to look at everything. The exhibits were done well and faithfully represented the history and the effect that the Bible has had on so many.

This was a neat museum! I felt like there were more exhibits about the Bible itself-translations, in history, etc. than the actual stories of the Bible, which would've enjoyed more. The New Testament exhibit was closed for renovation, so maybe that was the missing piece I felt was lacking! The Old Testament walkthrough was mostly video, but had some cool special effects.

Not bad, but not the best. They curators could have done so much more to bring to life the Bible in its entirety. I learned more in Sunday school and Catechism classes than here. Not worth the money in my book to visit.

We have been members since it opened. We love the displays-they just keep getting better! They have a virtual trip to Israel and a 4d experience that takes you all over DC to visit historic, religious sites. We love the Old Testament movie/exhibit. Our children had fun in the numerous hands-on activities. It's such a fun, engaging museum!

Wonderful experience! Kids area is very fun! All creatures video was worth it!! Shout out to Benjamin "Sammy" in The World of Jesus of Nazareth. He was so fun and great at his job/character!!

Love, love, love the Museum of the Bible! So many interesting exhibits and so much history. I have a lot of friends and family who come to visit from out of state. The museum is on my list of things to see and do in DC whenever I have guests. Well worth the time and price of admission. I appreciate the well designed layout of the museum. It's modern, bright, and people are not crammed in spaces uncomfortably. ​ The staff members are friendly and helpful. The cafe Manna (on the 6th floor) is surprisingly good. My husband and I think the chicken tenders are the best we've ever had.

From what was seen in the Bible Museum (only floors 1-3), I really did enjoy myself. It was informative, enlightening, and inspiring. For whatever reason, I was looking at the downloadable tickets on my phone, that had the museums store hours in military time. SO - in the middle of a digital exhibit, we were told that the museum was closing. But because I had such a good time, I do plan to return to complete the museum. I would recommend visitors coming on the weekend, moreso Sunday when most street parking is free.

I have to admit, I had a great time there! Though I didn't get to see all the floors, I'm definitely going back to check them out. You gotta make sure you wake up early and clear your whole day for the visit. We got there after noon, started only at one, and time flew by. The bummer was the "garden", it's a bit of a letdown. Also, tried their fries, it was fine, but not great. I wouldn't suggest eating there. Grab some food before or after. It's pricey, but it's a museum after all. Not posting too many pictures thing you should see it for yourself

Very impressive! I didn't know quite what to expect when I purchased my Groupon tickets. I had heard good things, but this museum far surpassed my expectations. We arrived right at 10am, when they opened, and that made for a less-crowded experience. Although, the museum is very spacious and planned well to accommodate large numbers. Every single employee was friendly and helpful. They gave us a convenient card with a suggested itinerary based on how long you have to visit. We started on the 3rd floor with the village and then the Hebrew Bible experience. Everything was done so well! No expense has been spared. There are several theaters throughout the building showing films and each is unique and beautifully done. The exhibits vary from well-explained overviews to scholarly details. The story of the Old and New Testaments, the formation and history of the Bible, and its impact on American and world culture are all highlighted in interactive and interesting displays. Both believers and agnostics will enjoy this gorgeous museum that has been designed to illuminate the past and enlighten our future.

I was excited to visit this museum when we planned our itinerary for our trip to DC and Virginia. Studying the Word of God is a lifelong pursuit, and this museum provided additional supplemental information filled with Biblical historical evidence, manuscripts, and artifacts. However, it is important to recognize that this information is only a dollop of what the Bible offers, which is already sufficient on its own. As the Word of God says, "Faith comes from hearing the Word of God." I used to be an atheist, spiritually blind, lost, and dead in sin. I can confidently say that it is not the lack of knowledge, evidence, or our feelings and opinions, it is the hardness of the heart that resists the truth. No matter how the truth is presented, no matter the evidence, the heart resists for we are all innately evil. I am grateful to God for His grace that quickened me to the knowledge of Him. Romans 1:20-22 states: 20 For since the creation of the world, God's invisible qualities--his eternal power and divine nature--have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that people are without excuse. 21 For although they knew God, they neither glorified him as God nor gave thanks to him, but their thinking became futile and their foolish hearts were darkened. 22 Although they claimed to be wise, they became fools.

This museum has been on my list to visit for a while. The highlight of the museum is the interactive experience on the 3rd floor. I was able to do the Old Testament part of the experience. Currently the New Testament is under renovation. There are so many biblical facts and translations of the Bible within the walls of this museum. Great place to visit to learn the origins of the Bible.

Great museum. We spent over three hours exploring. Found a decent discount on GroupOn. I had mixed feelings about a lot of the exhibits being replicas. On one hand your still seeing what it looks like and learning. On the other hand, I feel they need to somehow be upfront about it. With that said, there are still extensive real examples of items. By far my favorite was the room where it shows 360 views of Israel, Bible app use, and frequent verses in one high tech room. Its also worth mentioning that the restaurant on the 6th floor is pretty good.

Awesome and informative experience! So much biblical history to see and explore in this museum. They offer special exhibits and the one that is there currently (July 2023) is the science and the Bible exhibit which talks about the intersection of science and religion. Definitely recommend getting there early so you'll be able to take in all this place has to offer.

Took the family to the Museum of the Bible. I had no idea this museum even existed but glad we found it! Our family spent at least three hours and still didn't finish everything. Pros -Very informative and inspiring -So much to see with history and artifacts -They do have a small kids area where the little ones can play -Restaurant is upstairs to grab a bite. The outdoor garden is beautiful and peaceful to have lunch at! -The Old Testament was beautifully presented. Loved how the story was displayed and told in each room. It can get a little loud and dark for little ones -Staff at the museum were very informative and kind Cons -Limited street parking (to be expected in the city) Definitely worth visiting for inspiration!

I've been wanting to visit the MOTB since it's opening and finally had the opportunity to do so twice this year! A wonderful place with lots to learn about the Bible, Jesus, and the creation of our world. The Old Testament is my favorite part. The way the story is told and displayed is beautiful! The kid's area is great for kids all ages. You must do the ride. It is fascinating to see where all the Bible verses are listed throughout the city. My niece and I enjoyed this part very much. The museum has some of the best employees. One in particular, Carol Cole is magnificent! I also went to see the Horse and His Boy by CS Lewis here and it was incredible! Please go see it. You won't be disappointed. The way they brought the horses to life is striking and the voices are memorable. You could spend all day in this museum. Go visit today!

So I had no clue this place even existed and kind of stumbled upon it on a random ditch day to DC. While nearby and looking for something to do I saw the visuals online and just knew I needed to see it for myself. Pro tip: check groupon, the tickets were so much cheaper that way. After getting checked in we were advised to start on the third floor and work out way through. The walk through experience was something I would say everyone needs to experience. Not because of the way they romanticize religion but the special effects are spectacular. Once we finished that we did the World of Jesus and Nazareth which feels like you took a step into the pages. I will say this floor alone is worth the ticket price. We then did the fourth floor that had all the bibles on display and seeing the many translations and editions was something special. I wont say too much more as this is kind of a place you need to experience on your own. Its probably worth another visit as there are rotating exhibits and we didnt even see all that was there in this first visit.

Try it! I was skeptical, but it's not as much religious as it is historical. I learned a lot and didn't feel like someone was trying to covert me.

Stunning building and artifacts. We were on a VIP tour of 15 with our church (CCV). The special lower level Science exhibit was great and the food too. The specialty tour of the holy land and soaring over DC was really cool. Returning Saturday for part two with so much left to be seen.

The Museum of the Bible is really great. It is located in the heart of the city and has one of the best views of the Capital and Washington Monument. The Museum of the Bible is really well done. They are constantly changing out the exhibits. There is so much good stuff here. You could spend days here! Hopefully you'll walk away knowing more about the Bible and closer to Christ. I strongly encourage you to visit the Museum of the Bible.

Bought $25 tickets on Groupon for $15 each but you had to buy two tickets to get this deal. Bit pricey considering most DC museums are free. Beautiful building but not enough interesting content to justify the price. Some areas were too detailed, like the bible room. Other floors had little to nothing. Extra costs for several other areas was frustrating after buying tickets. Children running around being loud also detracted from what should have been a very quiet experience. You don't do this is in church so why are so many children unruly without someone reminding them of the environment? The gift shop was a highlight with great merchandise and some excellent deals. The front ticket desk should let you know when you check in the closing time for the restaurant.

My party and I had a great time. This place really took the Bible and turned learning about it into a fascinating destination where we can see effects that the Bible is having on our world today!

4.5* Visited a while ago but never got to post a review. Absolutely loved exploring it; it could definitely be pushed to 2 trips if you wanted. And it's definitely a museum you could revisit to discover hidden gems and appreciate what the space has to offer. Staff were great, experience was fun (for all ages). Definitely recommend hitting this museum up in you're in the DC area and have already been to the Smithsonian's!

Our party of 10 thoroughly enjoyed our time at this museum. The museum features state of the art exhibits that engaged everyone in our group. There is a great balance of shows, movies, and museum stuff to look at. We spent the whole day and didn't see everything. The 1st floor has a interactive play room for kids. Parking is very limited - I would highly recommend reserving a parking spot at a garbage before coming. Also I would suggest purchasing your ticket early - once through security we didn't even wait 5 minutes and we were inside exploring. Security is the reason for 4 starts instead of 5. One of the person in our party was in a wheelchair and they were very rude to her while wanding her down. Plus I had a child with me and he was nervous to walk forward through the metal detector and they were rude when speaking to him. Understandably there were a lot of people but a little kindness goes a long way.

Have you ever see a machine like that? It's the high tech security machine you put your items in before you go though security. There's not a person that's standing behind it looking at your things like an X-ray machine, you close your things in the doors and it will turn green when nothing looks like a threat. Fancy hu?

This museum is absolutely beautiful. The workers at the check-in were great, really friendly. The attractions were great, loved the Washington Revelation attraction. It was exciting! All the information about the Bible was great and loved how they reenact the Scriptures. The facility was exceptionally clean and so was the restrooms. The place was huge, we walked it up to the 3rd floor so we missed 2 floors before we had to leave for another appointment. I would definitely say this is a must visit!

This is one of the museums that require buying a ticket but it was well worth it. During spring break and a few days before Easter was perfect timing. We started out by taking the elevator to the top floor and using the stairs as we descended floor by floor but ran out of time and skipped the second floor. The temporary exhibit featuring the Shroud of Turin was interesting and mysterious. Seeing the artifacts made the history very real especially the silver piece from Pontious Pilots time just like the ones used to pay Judas Iscariot for giving up Jesus.

This museum should have a summary with it that tells people what their actually getting. This museum is not full of relics from the Bible but more so pop history, things that correlate to the Bible but not what some may expect like scrolls, texts and things straight from the Bible if that makes sense. I didn't expect it to be things like " people who were in prison and found Christ" A section on fashion where supermodels are wearing a cross and equating that with the Bible A re creation of a biblical town ( which I liked but again wasn't expecting ) To me, this is for a specific type of person and I just wasnt it. For those who study the Bible in depth and know things that aren't widely known, it won't be for you. This museum is good for some. Their gift shop had some great goodies for kids like Passover books etc. I bought some items to support as I'm not against the concept just not what I was hoping for.

My wife and I have been wanting to come to this museum since I first heard it opened. We finally made it. 5 floors with different themes for each. Expect about an hour or more per floor. Unfortunately we arrived @2 and they closed @5 so we only saw 3 floors. The history from stone tablet to electronic tablet was wonderful to see the care and expense to reproduce the Bible over the centuries. The garden on the roof with a cafe was a nice stop. The "drive through history" movies were very nice to site and watch as you go. We hope to come back on another vacation to see more.

Great museum. Well, worth the ticket price. I however was disappointed that they do not offer an educator / librarian discount.

100000/10 totally recommend, it was worth it and we loved every second also check out the gift shop !

What a wonderful place to get the history and understanding of the Bible. There are artifacts, videos, talking pictures and short movies. This museum is a full day experience. I suggest you get a membership to the museum before you get here, it gets you free and early entrance to the museum. Also do a guided tour of the museum . its very helpful. It is a couple of blocks from the METRO. A must visit for anyone who is into the Bible

My hands-down favorite place to visit every time we are in town! It's very kid-friendly, interactive, clean, the staff was very friendly and helpful I would definitely revisit myself and recommend it to anyone! I got the tickets on discount spent roughly; $70 for a family of 3 adults, and 6kids

Well done! Very interesting & worth a few hours of your day. Lots of informative displays & videos. Not far from the Capital.

This is a fabulous tour and a MUST SEE if you're ever in D.C. and have the time to stop by here and check it out. I was amazed I hadn't heard of it until now! Absolutely amazing!!!

Although this was very interesting, there were three exhibits closed. Since we had our 2 1/2 year old grandchild we really needed the interactive exhibits opened.

I do think that this is worth it and great for believers and not! It has an obvious Christian perspective, but so much of it is simply good history and also interactive and well done, that it should not be missed. The very best bit was in the Hebrew Bible section, a fabulous animated room by room retelling of the OT. There are also some great artifacts throughout. I definitely recommend eating before or after your visit and not in the museum cafe. The food at the mini cafe, pre made, expensive, processed junk, had me wishing for a Biblical famine!

I would have never thought it would be so much information to learn on the Bible. There are multiple floors of compiles knowledge and education on the History of Bible and the history between it's pages. There are some tours you can do and there are interactive sections in the museum as well to future teach you. The only problem we came into is we book another museum right after not realizing it would be so much to see and so here so we didn't get to see everything and that was a bummer!! Highly recommend Until next review Kisses

Such an awesome museum Extremely high tech and informative I appreciate all the care that went into each exhibit

Great experience, should go just to see the walking exhibit on the history of the Bible.

I was expecting the museum to tell more about Jesus Christ and his journey. It was interesting to see the exhibits, but it was certainly not worth the admission price. The female guards were on a power trip. I saw a security guard redirect a visitor and was loud and rude to them. I understand taking your job seriously, but that was not necessary. I didn't learn anything from this museum. Some artifacts were not authentic, but the security guards were on you like they were. Honestly, don't waste your money. I love reading about our savior and learning new things about him. Unfortunately, I did not get any additional knowledge on our visit.

What an amazing museum! It is so modern and well put together. They make great use of tech technology in their exhibits. I enjoyed the ride where it flies you around DC and uncovers hidden Bible messages. So cool!! Can't wait to go back!!

Overall, this is an excellent museum portraying biblical theology (for those who are interested). It is a very clean and nice museum with very descriptive artifacts. Additionally, the staff is polite and this location is accessible to most except for certain rides. tl;dr: I would recommend visiting this location if you are interested in learning about biblical theology, as it is very effective in doing so.