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Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial National Memorial
Frequently Asked Questions
 

How big is the Memorial?

The FDR Memorial covers approximately 7.5 acres.

What is with all the water?

Water was an important aspect in FDR's life, Secretary of the Navy, establishment of the Warm Springs institute, TVA water projects.  So this theme was incorporated into his Memorial.

Can I touch the statues?

Yes you can touch the statues.  The statues were created to be an interactive aspect of the Memorial, the park asks that you do not climb or sit on them out of respect as well as for reasons of safety.
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Did You Know?
An average dairy cow weighs about 1,400 pounds and can drink an average of 35 gallons of water a day -- the equivalent of a bathtub full of water! There are six cattle that live on Oxon Hill Farm.

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Last Updated: July 27, 2006 at 10:00 EST