Ghost Tours

Legend Has It...The Museum's Haunted

The building's haunted history starts last century with reports of strange incidents.  Night watchmen told stories of seeing changing shapes within the veins of the massive faux-marble columns. Others have reported sightings of ghost-like figures walking through the halls, including a security guard who followed what he thought was a limping figure through the Museum after hours. Find out more by taking a Ghost Tour led by Mary Surratt, a legendary DC ghost, and also learn her connection to the Museum!

Explore the haunted past of the National Building Museum. See a different side of the Museum on this lantern-light tour led by the ghost of Mary Surratt. Who are the irritable rider on horseback and the footless figure? Why are there mysterious faces swirling in the 75 foot Corinthian columns? And, why do these ghosts (and more!) call the National Building Museum their home? All mysteries will be revealed on this behind-the-scenes tour of the Museum.

"We love the ghost tour! This is our second year coming back and our entire family enjoys the experience. It is a great story and way to see a special museum."—Visitor comment

Find out how to arrange a custom Ghost Tour for a private group of 5-25 people.