The Smithsonian National Postal Museum is devoted to the colorful and engaging history of the nation’s mail service and showcases the largest and most comprehensive collection of stamps and philatelic material in the world
Located on 7th Street, NW, the third floor contains the restored rooms and items related to when Clara Barton lived at this location during and immediately after the Civil War
The Octagon is open to the public as a house museum, Thursday through Saturday, and serves as a venue for exhibits and events that educate and inspire the public on the value architects and architecture bring to culture and community
