On April 11, 2008 the Newseum opened its doors officially to the public. To honor the event the Newseum hosted a block party on Pennsylvania Avenue that featured historical actors, live music, games, food and beverages. At 8:45 am the grand opening program began. Newseum CEO, Charles Overby, and DC Mayor, Adrian Fenty gave remarks. At 9:00 am an American bald eagle flew over to the entrance, then a giant grand opening screen was raised, and patriotic confetti rained on Pennslyvania Avenue. The Newseum is an interactive museum of news and journalism in Washington, D.C. The six-story, 250,000 square foot glass faced museum is located near the intersection of Constitution and Pennsylvania avenues, with a clear line of sight to the Capitol just a few blocks away.
Time Warner World News Gallery
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Newseum Bathroom Art Bathroom Tile - Dishonesty policy voted in by Senate
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Master Control Newseum Communications Center
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Visitor Laughing at Past Political Humor Some of the most famous editorial cartoons can be found on Level 3.
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Political Humor "I was investigative jounalist until they investigated me" - Joseph Farris, 1998
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Great Hall of News Atrium
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Great Hall of News Atrium
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Great Hall of News Atrium
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ATS 1 Satellite ATS 1 satellite was launched Dec. 7, 1966. It made possible the first live global TV broadcast.
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First Admendment Gallery
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9/11 Gallery
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9/11 Gallery See an award winning film about the reporters who covered that tragic day.
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America’s Main Street Hank Greenspun Terrace on Pennsylvania Avenue
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Smithsonian Castle Hank Greenspun Terrace on Pennsylvania Avenue
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