The museum opened in March. Photo: Courtesy of the National Medal of Honor Museum
The National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington received TV treatment last week because of its gravity-defying design.
Why it matters: The 102,000-sq.ft. building appears suspended in the air, which the museum says symbolizes courage, sacrifice and heroism.
The latest: The Smithsonian Channel's "How Did They Build That?" examines how the museum was constructed and the structural challenges that needed to be addressed.
The episode about the National Medal of Honor Museum also focused on a leaning tower in Singapore and a New York City office building that lets the sun shine through.
The show, in its fourth season, has also featured buildings in Amsterdam, Vancouver, Singapore and Oslo.
The intrigue: The Arlington museum's 200-by-200-foot steel structure hovers 40 feet above ground level and is supported by five large columns.
Go deeper: The museum's exhibits share stories of recipients from 1861 to now. You can also browse this list of nearly 3,500 medal recipients.
General admission is $30, but discounts are available for veterans, seniors and students. Military members get free admission.
