Video Archive

The Museum hosts a variety of programs and events that captivate domestic and international audiences. Artifact talks, memorials, and interviews with special guests are only some of the videos you can explore in this interactive archive.

Use Your Head

Pop-up exhibit created for libraries and community centers. Exhibit was designed for middle and high school students to deliver preventative educational outreach about the dangers of drug misuse and abuse through a series of QR codes that lead to resources and games. The exhibit is compact, easy to set up and move, and loans out for free to public institutions.

2025 Memorial Service

2025 DEA Wreath Laying and Memorial Service

Stories from the Collection: NYT Magazine

In this episode of “Stories from the Collection,” the DEA Museum discusses the infamous drug dealer Nicky Barnes.

The Other War in Vietnam

Watch our newest oral history documentary with two retired veteran DEA special agents recounting their story of brotherhood.

Stories from the Collection: Opium Pipe

In this episode of “Stories from the Collection,” the DEA Museum discusses the history of early opium legislation.

Stories from the Collection: Apothecary Show Globe

In this episode of “Stories from the Collection,” the DEA Museum highlights one of the first symbols for apothecaries.

Stories from the Collection: Cross – Border Smuggling Tunnels

In this episode of “Stories from the Collection,” the DEA Museum highlights material seized from a cross-border smuggling tunnels discovered by the San Diego Tunnel Task Force.

Bayer Heroin Bottle

In this episode of “Stories from the Collection,” the DEA Museum highlights the history of Bayer’s creation and marketing of their drug called Heroin in the early 20th century.

Stories from the Collection: 19th Century Pill Machine

In this episode of “Stories from the Collection,” the DEA Museum highlights the history of early pill machines and pharmaceutical industrialization.

Special Agents Barbie and Ken

In this episode of “Stories from the Collection,” the DEA Museum highlights DEA’s Citizens Academy by showcasing a pair of Special Agents Barbie and Ken figures.