Washington National Records Center

The Washington National Records Center (WNRC) in Suitland, Maryland, serves as a crucial repository for U.S. Federal agency records from the surrounding regions. Covering approximately 789,000 square feet, it holds over 3.9 million cubic feet of records, including those from Federal Courts and the Armed Forces. While some court records are publicly accessible, most are restricted by their originating agencies. The WNRC also features an Electronic Records Vault for managing temporary electronic records. Notably, it houses significant historical documents, including lists of war criminals from World War II, discovered in 1986, which detail individuals sought for war crimes, including infamous figures like Adolf Hitler and Benito Mussolini. Visitors must undergo security checks to access the center, making it a unique destination for researchers and history enthusiasts.