Event
Trials and Technology: The Challenge of Building the Washington Monument
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Fee:
Free.Location:
Washington Monument (outside the main entrance)Dates & Times
Date:
Saturday, December 3, 2022
Time:
5:00 PM
Duration:
1 hour
Type of Event
Talk
Description
Built in honor of George Washington, the Washington Monument often suffered delays due to lack of funds or political will. Come hear about the long and fascinating history of the monument's construction, and the generations of Americans who built it.
Reservation or Registration: No
Contact Information
Ranger Alex Calta(202) 426-6841