Monuments & Memorials - Washington DC
WEBThe Jefferson Memorial, the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument – let’s face it, Washington, DC’s famous monuments and memorials are why you’re here. Explore the National Mall and plan your trip to the nation’s capital today.
Washington Monument (U.S. National Park Service)
WEBMar 15, 2024 · Built to honor George Washington, the United States' first president, the 555-foot marble obelisk towers over Washington, D.C.
Must-See Monuments & Memorials on the National Mall - Washington DC
WEBMarvel at the free-to-visit national landmarks in Washington, DC that make up America’s front yard. According to the American Institute of Architects, half of Americans’ top 12 favorite architectural gems line the National Mall.
The 26 Best Washington, D.C. Monuments and Memorials
WEBJul 18, 2021 · See our list (and map) of the best Washington DC monuments, including both heavy-hitters like the Lincoln Memorial and lesser-known gems.
List of National Historic Landmarks in Washington, D.C.
WEBList of National Historic Landmarks in Washington, D.C. The District of Columbia, capital of the United States, is home to 76 National Historic Landmarks. The National Historic Landmark program is operated under the auspices of the National Park Service, and recognizes structures, districts, objects, and similar resources according to a list of ...
THE 10 BEST Washington DC Monuments & Statues - Tripadvisor
WEBSep 7, 2023 · Top Washington DC Monuments & Statues: See reviews and photos of Monuments & Statues in Washington DC, District of Columbia on Tripadvisor.
Guide to Visiting the Washington Monument | Washington DC
WEBEverything you need to know to plan your visit to the Washington Monument, which stands at just over 555 feet tall and was built to honor George Washington.
Plan Your Visit - National Mall and Memorial Parks (U.S. National …
WEBSep 15, 2022 · National Mall and Memorial Parks protects the National Mall and its iconic monuments and memorials and over 1,000 acres of greenspace in Washington, D.C.. Come to visit the National Mall and stay to explore all …
Washington Monument - Wikipedia
WEBThe Washington Monument is an obelisk on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., built to commemorate George Washington, a Founding Father of the United States, victorious commander-in-chief of the Continental Army from 1775 to 1783 in the American Revolutionary War, and the first President of the United States from 1789 to 1797.
25 Washington DC Monuments to Visit (written by local tour …
WEBMay 20, 2024 · TOP 25 MONUMENTS TO SEE IN DC. Washington, DC is full of memorials and monuments to presidents, wars, servicemen, and individuals. But most visitors to DC limit themselves to just a handful of the most visited presidential and war memorials.