May 22, 2026

New Temporary Exhibit Takes Visitors “Behind the Fenceline”

We’ve all heard the nickname, "No Such Agency." The NSA has been shrouded in mystery since its inception, sometimes overshadowed by its more famous siblings, the FBI and CIA. But many people in the public ask, “What exactly does the NSA do?”

This one-of-a-kind exhibit uses artifacts gathered from the Agency’s spaces to take people, “Behind the Fenceline.”

May 22, 2026

Decoding a Nation: 250 Years of American Secrets

Now on display,  the National Cryptologic Museum is highlighting the unlocking of secrets for 250 Years.

Dec. 16, 2025

Toying with Secrets at the National Cryptologic Museum

From Baby Boomers to Generation Z, the action-packed world of comics has stitched generations together. From huddling around the radio to Little Orphan Annie’s adventures to starting Saturday with Batman’s caped crusades, these captivating tales have woven themselves into our lives.

Feb. 14, 2023

Sealed With a Kiss: National Cryptologic Museum Explores Encrypted Love Letters of WWII

 The poignant letter contains a cipher and secret code, and is on display at the National Cryptologic Museum (NCM) until March 31, 2023 as part of its newest exhibit: "Sweetheart Codes."