Newseum – Step inside the world of Journalism

October is coming to an end and November 2 is the anniversary of when the BBC television service was launched. News television stations give a reason for people to come together to find out what’s going in this crazy world.

Have you ever wondered how long news has been around? Well the Newseum located on Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C., Newseum.org states that this museum of news offers visitors an experience that blends five centuries of news history with up-to-the-second technology and hands-on exhibits.   

“This Museum is for anyone who enjoys history and is looking for a different kind of museum.” said USMC1775 a user of tripadvisor.com.

The museum’s website has a video that shows the top 10 things to see there. You can also see other exhibits such as News Corporation News history gallery. The gallery has a timeline that shows a group of historic newspapers and magazines and in between these timeline are 10 touch screens where you can play games, or look at a database of journalists or see up-close a hundred publications.

Another exhibit you can see is Time Warner World News Gallery. According to newseum.org, in this gallery, a large map vividly illustrates the stark differences in press freedom around the world. There are front pages of newspapers, feeds from international television that shows the enthusiasm of news and the different ways that it’s covered. You also get to read about journalists who have risked their lives.

“The Newseum offers an amazing view of history through pictures, articles, and artifacts.” said MeantToBe521 a user of tripadvisor.com.

Trying to figure out if you should make changes to a picture or if you should use an anonymous source in a story are hard decisions to make. Do you think you know what is ethical and unethical in the journalism world? Well put yourself to the test. The Bancroft Family Ethics Center an interactive booth that lets you confront decisions that reporters have to make every day.

Hours of Operation: The Newseum is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily and is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day

 Ticket Admission: Adults (19 to 64) - $21.95 plus tax, Seniors (65+), military and students with valid ID-$17.95 plus tax, Youth (7 to 18)-$12.95 plus tax,Children (6 and younger)-Free,  Family Four Pack (two adults and two youth visitors)-$49.95 plus tax Family Four Pack tickets are available only at the admissions desk.

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Ford’s Theater- the Historical Place where President Lincoln was Assassinated

Hours of operation: Thefordstheater.org has a list of monthly schedules when both the theater is open.

Ticket admission:  $2.50 for individuals, $2 per person that makes reservations through Group Sales Office.

The Ford’s Theater in Washington D.C offers visitors the opportunity to learn about that tragic day on April 15, 1865 when Abraham Lincoln was shot by John Wilkes Booth. The Ford’s Theater also has a museum.

“This is a great piece of history that everyone should visit.” said LSMorales a user of tripadvisor.com.

I went to the Ford’s Theater in 5^th grade when I went on my Washington Patrol trip. A National Park Ranger tell the visitors all about the days leading up to the president's Assassination. The president’s box is decorated with a banner of an American flag design. A picture of Lincoln hangs on the President’s box.

I also remember that outside in front of the theater there is a tree covered in pennies. I found this to be a pretty interesting way to remember the president.

According to thefordstheater.org  in the museum visitors can learn more about:

·         Lincoln’s cabinet.

·         What life was like living in the white house.

·         Civil War Milestones and generals.

·         Lincoln’s great speeches

·         The assassination conspiracy.

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“The theater is a very educational stop, especially important for the youth of today.” said AKUS a user of tripadvisor.com.

Thefordstheater.org lists the exhibits that are displayed in the museum such as:

·         Booth’s Deringer that he shot the president with.

·         Lincoln’s clothes (the night he was shot he was wearing the frock coat, waistcoat, trousers, tie and boots.)

·         War time election (Campaign badge, envelope featuring pictures of President Abraham Lincoln and Vice President Andrew Johnson, an 1864 campaign button.

·         Booth’s dairy.

The Ford’s theater is where Lincoln’s life ended. People who visit this historical site help keep his spirit alive.  

Abraham Lincoln

John Wilkes Booth