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National Cryptologic Museum @NatCryptoMuseum

As @NSAGov's principal gateway to the public, the NCM collects, preserves, and showcases unique cryptologic treasures.

Joined November 2020
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Thank you @LYNXFHS for visiting! We hope your scholars found the visit enjoyable and engaging! #NCM #ItsTheBOMBE
LYNX FHS@LYNXFHS
Jun 9
LYNX scholars visited the National Cryptologic Museum to learn about the wide variety of careers available with the NSA! Students also participated in a hands-on scavenger hunt through the museum matching artifacts and answering cryptologic questions! @FCPSMaryland
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ICYMI: The #NCM was featured on @FOXBaltimore Highlighting our one-of-a kind museum, paying tribute to those who served silently, commemorating the Nation's rich cryptologic history and taking visitors "Behind the Fence Line" of @NSAGov foxbaltimore.com/fox45-morni…
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🇺🇸 America 250| Witness the evolution of cryptology over the last 250 years! Some of these artifacts are seeing the light of day (for the first time)... straight from our vault, to your eyes! Each representing a 50-year leap in technology that helped shape the nation.
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🚨 The National Cryptologic Museum will reopen to the public on Tuesday, May 19th 2026. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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The National Cryptologic Museum will temporarily be closed to the public. We anticipate that this closure will be brief, & we are committed to reopening our doors as swiftly as possible. Thank you for your understanding, please check back for our imminent reopening announcement.
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We regret to announce the postponement of this weekend’s event at the National Cryptologic Museum, “Scout Day.” Beginning Saturday March 7th, the museum will be temporarily closed until further notice. Please stay tuned for updates.
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We honored the legacy of former NSA Deputy Director, Barbara A. McNamara. LTG William J. Hartman, U.S. Army, posthumously awarded her the @NSAGov Public Service Medallion. Barbara's service to @NCFCyber, counsel to NSA leaders & impact during her 40-year career were exceptional.
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The Museum is Open! Step into the world of cryptography and discover the Bombe, the legendary WWII code-breaking machine that changed history! The NCM is open Tues-Sat 10am-4pm. More: nsa.gov/museum/
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Due to the Federal Government shutdown, the National Cryptologic Museum is closed until further notice. Please check back for updates.
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The NCM is closed Wednesday January 28th. We will reopen Thursday January 29th at 10am.
National Cryptologic Museum@NatCryptoMuseum
Jan 27
Due to inclement weather, the National Cryptologic Museum is closed Tuesday, January 27th.
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Due to inclement weather, the National Cryptologic Museum is closed Tuesday, January 27th.
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UPDATE: The NCM is CLOSED Friday January 9th *AND* Saturday January 10th.
National Cryptologic Museum@NatCryptoMuseum
Jan 9
🚨Due to unforeseen maintenance, the National Cryptologic Museum is closed Friday, January 9th. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
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🚨Due to unforeseen maintenance, the National Cryptologic Museum is closed Friday, January 9th. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
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From Baby Boomers to Generation Z, the action-packed world of comics has stitched generations together through mysteries and adventure! While school's out, bring the youngsters (and the young at heart:)) to see the latest exhibit, "Toying with Secrets" Open 12/30 & 12/31 10-4.
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From action figures to board games, codes and ciphers have captivated our imaginations (and our wallets)! “Toying with Secrets” is the latest rotating exhibit at the National Cryptologic Museum (NCM). On display for a limited time! More: nsa.gov/museum
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🚨The NCM has updated Holiday Hours. We look forward to seeing you soon. Happy Holidays! nsa.gov/museum/
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🗣️Attention Football Fans!
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🧐📷🎁Ready to kick off your holiday shopping? Our gift shop is your destination for a unique gift! From memorabilia for the history buff, to creative gifts for budding cryptologists! The #NCM gift shop has something for everyone! Open Tues-Sat 10am-4pm.
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🎄The museum gift shop will reopen (with limited service) on November 25, 2025 and will offer a cash-only option for ornaments until further notice. We look forward to seeing you soon! NSA Ornament $24.00 White House Ornament $28.00
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The #NCM is OPEN! Come see our temporary #Steganography display while it lasts! It’s set to retire soon.
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