Pursuant to 36 C.F.R. § 1.5, the National Park Service will implement a temporary closure of the northbound lane of Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway NW from September 2, 2026 at 6:00am, to September 2, 2026, at 1:00pm. The exact times are subject to change based upon the evolving schedule of the events. Closures and public use restrictions will be delineated in the map below and as further delineated by U.S. Park Police presence, and other physical barriers. These temporary closures and restrictions are at the request of The Kennedy Center for the removal of a Statue on The Kennedy Center grounds. A crane will occupy the northbound lanes of Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway in order to remove the statue. These closures ensure the safety of the crew and the public. Less restrictive measures and means are unavailable in the removal of the statue based on its location. Specifically, there will be temporary closure and restricted public access to the northbound lanes of Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway NW, with blockades at the on-ramp from E Street, which directs traffic to Ohio Dr SW, at the intersection of Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway and Parkway Dr NW, which directs traffic from Ohio Dr SW to Parkway Dr NW, and at the intersection of Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway and F St NW. The restricted areas are depicted in the enclosed map (Enclosure 1). The National Park Service appreciates the public’s cooperation in this matter. Kevin L. Griess /s/ 8/26/2026 Superintendent 
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Last updated: August 31, 2026