Public Tour of the National Weather Center

• All tours require a reservation due to scheduling and security guidelines (walk-in tours are not permitted.) Tours fill up quickly, so please allow 4-6 weeks of advance notice for reservations.
• Only those tour guests registered in advance will be allowed to tour the NWC. On-site and last-minute additions to the tour guest list are prohibited for security purposes.
• Federal offices are part of the National Weather Center. All persons entering those spaces are subject to federal policies, guidelines, and regulations. All persons and packages are subject to inspection.
• Tours are not available on federal or school holidays and occasionally due to scheduled events.
• There is no charge for tours of the National Weather Center.
• The National Weather Center tour is a walking tour, and guests will visit various spaces and offices throughout the facility. The National Weather Center is handicapped accessible; however, if a tour guest needs a mobility device for the tour (walker, wheelchair, powerchair, cane, etc.) tour guest will need to bring those devices with them for the tour.
• Guests are welcome to take personal photos during the tour using cell phones or small personal cameras. Professional photography equipment (such as large cameras with detachable lenses, tripods, external lighting, or other commercial gear) is not permitted. Please refrain from using flash.

Important Information for Foreign Visitors

All foreign visitors are required to complete a Foreign National Visitors Form at least two weeks prior to your tour date to ensure access. After registering for a tour, please email [email protected] with the date of your scheduled tour and request the form. Again, the completed form must be submitted at two weeks prior to your tour date.

Due to heightened security measures, the following baggage and parcel control policy is in effect for the National Weather Center:

• Visitors are allowed only a small clutch purse (6.5" X 4.5") or small clear tote for tours of the National Weather Center.
• Prohibited bags include: backpacks, diaper bags, fanny packs, camera bags, purses, luggage, shopping bags, large cameras or other items that can offer concealment.
  Please leave these items in your vehicle prior to the tour.
• Wheelchairs, strollers, walkers, canes, umbrellas, jackets, sweaters, small wallets, Medic*tion, small cameras and camcorders, cell phones, and small sealable beverage containers are permitted and subject to inspection.
• This policy is subject to change without notice.

Please Note: Tours of the National Weather Center are subject to change and may be canceled due to weather conditions, security protocols, or unforeseen circumstances. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and make every effort to avoid cancellations. If your tour is canceled, you are welcome to register for another available tour in the future.

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