The Lincoln Memorial

Honoring the 16th President of the United States

About Washington DC and the Lincoln Memorial

The Lincoln Memorial is a grand monument located in Washington, D.C. that honors the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. The monument was designed by Henry Bacon and constructed on reclaimed marshland along the banks of the Potomac River. The structure is made of marble and features a statue of Lincoln seated on a throne, with inscriptions of his famous speeches, including the Gettysburg Address and his Second Inaugural Address.

The Lincoln Memorial is a symbol of American democracy and freedom. It was built to commemorate Lincoln’s life and legacy, as well as to celebrate the virtues of tolerance, honesty, and constancy in the human spirit. The monument has been a site for many historic events, including Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech during the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom in 1963. The memorial has also been featured in numerous films and television shows, including “Forrest Gump,” “The West Wing,” and “Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen”.

The Lincoln Memorial is an iconic landmark that attracts millions of visitors every year. It is a testament to the enduring legacy of Abraham Lincoln and his contributions to American history. The monument’s grandeur and historical significance make it a must-visit destination for anyone interested in American history or architecture.

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The White House

The White House is the official residence and workplace of the president of the United States. It is located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW in Washington, D.C., and has been the residence of every U.S. president since John Adams in 1800 when the national capital was moved from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.

The Reflecting Pool

This remarkable aquatic feature is much more than just a body of water; it serves as a serene and majestic mirror that elegantly reflects two of the most emblematic structures in the nation’s capital: the towering Washington Monument and the regal Lincoln Memorial.

Washington Monument

The Washington Monument honors the first President of the United States and stands as the tallest structure in Washington, D.C. Shaped like an Egyptian obelisk, it is 555’ 5/8” high and made of marble, granite, and bluestone gneiss, it took 36 years to complete.

Martin Luther King Jr Memorial

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial is a national memorial located in West Potomac Park next to the National Mall in Washington, D.C., United States. It covers four acres (1.6 ha) and includes the Stone of Hope, a granite statue of Civil Rights Movement leader Martin Luther King Jr. carved by sculptor Lei Yixin.

The National Mall

The National Mall is America’s most visited national park, where the past, present and future come together. The monuments and memorials in this park honor American forefathers and heroes who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service to this country. Explore the swath of land nicknamed “America’s front yard.”

The Ford's Theatre

In April 14, 1865, Lincoln and his wife decided to visit the theatre to see the comedy Our American Cousin. John Wilkes Booth, a Confederate sympathizer, snuck into the President’s Box and shot Lincoln with a single-shot Deringer pistol. Lincoln died at a boarding house located just across the street from the theatre.

Lincoln Memorial

The grand Lincoln Memorial towers over the Reflecting Pool, anchoring the western end of the National Mall. The best way to approach the memorial is from the east, by the Washington Monument and the National World War II Memorial. This will put you at the edge of the Reflecting Pool, and honoring structures of leaders.

Vietnam Memorial

It’s the most-visited memorial on the National Mall in Washington, attracting more than 5 million people each year – the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. The most prominent feature of the memorial is a massive wall that lists the names of the more than 58,000 servicemen and women who lost their lives during the Vietnam War.

Tidal Basin

The Tidal Basin is an engineered waterway that fills with high tide, then empties at low tide, refreshing the Washington Channel. Popular destinations around the Tidal Basin include the Thomas Jefferson Memorial, Franklin Memorial, and Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial.

Korean War Veterans Memorial

This is a national memorial in Washington, DC, that honors Korean War Veterans who fought against North Korea’s invasion of South Korea in 1950. The Memorial honors Korean War Veterans by educating about their sacrifices and contributions in defending South Korea.

US Capitol Building

The United States Capitol, often called The Capitol or the Capitol Building, is the seat of the United States Congress, the legislative branch of the federal government. It is located on Capitol Hill at the eastern end of the National Mall in Washington, D.C.

World War II Veterans Memorial

The World War II Memorial is located in the center of Goldstein Circle in front of McCain Auditorium and honors the sacrifice and service of the fallen during World War II. The memorial consists of a large pair of dog tags, which is surrounded by three bronze plaques that represent the military services by air, by land and by seas.