The David Taylor Model Basin is part of the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division Headquarters, located in West Bethesda, Maryland. Because security classified tests of modern naval ship designs are frequently performed, the Center is not accessible for casual, general visiting.

Those wishing to tour the Center should schedule an appointment with the Public Affairs Officer at (301) 227-4465. Those wishing to visit only the exhibition ship model unit should schedule an appointment with the Curator at (301) 227-1140. Visitors are welcome, workload permitting.

There is no all-day public transportation to the Naval Surface Warfare Center in West Bethesda, MD. Private automobile is the best way to reach the location and travel within the multi-acre Center.

All visitors must be U.S. citizens, be at least fourteen years old, and must have picture identification. No cameras or recording devices are allowed.

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