Diehard newsies will love the Newseum, an interactive museum on news and journalism whose mission is "to help the public and the news media understand one another better." Throughout 250,000 square feet, 15 theaters and 15 galleries, the Newseum takes you behind the headlines of such historic events as the falling of the Berlin Wall and the September 11 attacks.Best and worst time to go to the NewseumNewseum is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mornings are the best time to avoid crowds. Avoid springtime visits when school trips crowd Washington, D.C., attractions.Must see/do at NewseumDon't miss the interactive newsroom where visitors can sit in the anchor's seat and feel what it's like to run a television news show.Admission to NewseumAdults (19 to 64), $22.95 plus tax; seniors (65 and older) $18.95 plus tax; youth (7 to 18) $13.95 plus tax; children (6 and younger) free.Parking and public transportation to NewseumStreet parking is available near and around the Newseum. But public transportation is the way to go. The Metrorail stops within walking distance. Take the Archives/Navy Memorial/Penn Quarter station served by the Green Line; or the Judiciary Square station served by the Red Line.Food at NewseumThe Newseum's 152-seat food court, developed by Wolfgang Puck Catering, is open daily, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. It serves hot entrees, grilled and cold sandwiches, salads, snacks and desserts. Groups of 10 or more can order boxed lunches. The Express Bar, which serves coffees, desserts and snacks, is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.Insider tip for visitors to NewseumTake a private tour that will give you behind-the-scenes looks at some of the greatest news stories ever told. Tours range from about $30 to $55 per person.Author's bio: Lisa Kaplan Gordon is a prize-winning journalist living in McLean, Virginia.