Place

Waynewood Parking Area Plaque

A plaque attached to a boulder.
Waynewood Parking Area Plaque

NPS/M. Maloy

Quick Facts
Location:
Waynewood Parking Area
Significance:
A plaque honoring George Washington.

Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits

Up on top of a hill near the Waynewood parking area is a plaque on an upright stone between two large willow oaks. The plaque and trees were dedicated by the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America in the District of Columbia in 1932.

Full text of marker:
These willow oaks are planted in honour of the bicentennial of George Washington by the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America in the District of Columbia
1732-1932

George Washington Memorial Parkway

Last updated: July 21, 2026