Visit
There are two ways to experience the Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream.
American Dream Experience
Explore our groundbreaking American Dream Experience exhibition, including the immersive Holodeck.
Public Programs
Join us for public programs, talks, and special events.
Our Location
We’re in the heart of Washington, DC, just steps away from the White House.
1503 Pennsylvania Avenue
NW Washington, DC 20005
American Dream Experience
Explore galleries that bring education, health, entrepreneurship, and financial empowerment to life. Through powerful stories, immersive art, and eye-opening research, you’ll discover new ways to find yourself in the American Dream.
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Stand beneath more than 1,000 glowing OLED images—and add your own. Become part of a living tribute to the people and stories that shape the American Dream.
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Explore how the American Dream has been defined across time—then share your own words to help shape its future.
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Get expert guidance from our Hologram Ambassadors. Have a real conversation with lifelike holograms of trailblazing leaders like Sara Blakely, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, and Sal Khan. Each represents one of our core pillars of the American Dream—financial empowerment, entrepreneurship, health, and education.
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Step into a 360° multisensory Holodeck and explore three American Dream stories brought to life with interactive technology.
Know Before You Go
Exhibition Hours & Admission
The American Dream isn’t one story—it’s a tapestry of many.
Come curious. Listen deeply. Leave inspired to chase your own.
Hours
Wednesday – Monday
10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Closed Tuesdays.
Admission
Exhibition Timed tickets: Free
Holodeck Experience: $20