Mobilizing Memories at Meridian Hill

Rock Creek Park

  • Oct 17, 2026 at 3:00 PM
  • Free

Meridian Hill Park, colloquially referred to as Malcolm X Park, is known for its beauty, art, recreation, First Amendment space, and illustrious history. Join a ranger for a formal walking tour of the upper and lower terraces when you'll have the chance to visit the various statues and features of the park while exploring the theme of "who we choose to memorialize and why.” The tour meets by the bathrooms inside the park near 15th Street and Euclid St.  

The walk may be cancelledin the event of bad weather at the discretion of park staff. Feel free to check the Rock Creek Park website the day of to confirm. Or call the Nature Center (202-895-6070) the day of to confirm and be sure to leave a voicemail for a callback.  

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Meridian Hill Park is located on 16th St Between Euclid and W Streets NW, Washington, D.C. 20009. Meet the ranger inside the park by the bathrooms.

Latitude and Longitude 38.922366, -77.035418

Schedule

Date:

Oct 17, 2026

Time:

3:00 PM

Duration:

1 hour

Event Type

  • Guided Tour
  • Walk
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