Design Competition: Exciting Start to Implement National Mall Plan
A design competition for three sites on the National Mall was announced on September 8, 2011 by the Trust for the National Mall. The competition sites are:
- Union Square at the foot
of the U.S. Capitol - Washington Monument Grounds
at Sylvan Theater
- Constitution Gardens
To begin accomplishing the vision of the approved National Mall Plan the design competition is looking at three projects simultaneously. This reinforces the cohesive approach necessary to meet the needs of the National Mall’s current and growing levels of use while preparing it for the continued enjoyment of future generations. The competition will emphasize the highest quality design, sensitivity to the historic context, sustainability, maintainability, welcome and flexible public use.
More information about the competition
On Tuesday, August 23, 2011 a 5.8 magnitude earthquake caused damage on the National Mall, most prominently to the Washington Monument. Updated information about the impact of the earthquake on the National Mall.
Project Updates - Information about
ongoing design and construction.
Ways to Help
Authorized fundraising partnership:
Trust for the National Mall
Be A Volunteer
Contact us
Questions can be sent
to nationalmallplan@nps.gov
National Mall Plan
National Mall and Memorial Parks
900 Ohio Drive SW
Washington, DC 20024
Thank you for your continued interest
in the future of the National Mall.
Other Information:
Pennsylvania Avenue Plan - background about planning that will begin soon
National Mall Plan recognized by the American Planning Association
Links to National Mall & Memorial Parks Management Documents
and Washington DC Transportation Study
Watch the Video from Discovery Communications - Official Media Partner of the National Mall Plan
