• Washington Monument

    Washington Monument

    District of Columbia

  • Washington Monument Closed

    The National Park Service has closed the monument for repairs caused by the August 23, 2011 earthquake. More »

A Nation Honors its Founding Father

The Washington Monument is the most prominent structure in Washington, D.C. and one of the city's early attractions. The 555' 5-1/8" obelisk completed in 1884 honors the nation's founding father George Washington, who led the country to independence and then became its first President.  Tickets are required to visit the interior of the Washington Monument; click on "Plan Your Visit" to learn more.

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