Lincoln Memorial Memorial • District of Columbia

Lincoln Memorial at Dusk

Lincoln Statue Close up

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Marble statue of Abraham Lincoln sitting inside the Chamber of the Lincoln Memorial

Lincoln Memorial view from plaza steps

A rectangular, white colonnaded building seen from the air

Marble statue of a man sitting on a chair

"...as in the hearts of the people for whom he saved the Union, the memory of Abraham Lincoln is enshrined forever." Beneath these words, the 16th president of the United States sits immortalized in marble as an enduring symbol of unity, strength, and wisdom.

One of the most photographed memorials, no matter the hour.
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A statue comes to life
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An iconic photo of the Nations Capital
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Statue of Abraham Lincoln sitting inside the Lincoln Memorial with a quote above "IN THIS TEMPLE AS IN THE HEARTS OF THE PEOPLE FOR WHOM HE SAVED THE UNION THE MEMORY OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN IS ENSHRINED FOREVER"
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View of the Lincoln Memorial from the plaza steps during sunset.
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Aerial view of the Lincoln Memorial
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Daniel Chester French's statue of Abraham Lincoln is the central feature of the Lincoln Memorial and is comprised of 28 pieces of Georgia marble.
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A large statue of Abraham Lincoln inside a tall room with columns.

Visit the Lincoln Memorial Chamber

Enjoy the classic Lincoln Memorial experience! The Lincoln Memorial chamber and exterior are free and open to the public.

An artist's rendering of a Lincoln Memorial museum.

Explore the Lincoln Memorial Undercroft

Tickets are required for this experience.

Photo of Abraham Lincoln seated in a chair

Abraham Lincoln

Learn more about our nation's 16th president.

Engraving of the Gettysburg Address a the Lincoln Memorial

Lincoln Memorial Features

Discover how artists and architects used symbolism to honor the life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln in the Lincoln Memorial.

Aerial view of the Lincoln Memorial

Images of the Lincoln Memorial

Last updated: May 26, 2026

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Washington, DC 20242

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