Mar 15, 2024 · Built to honor George Washington, the United States' first president, the 555-foot marble obelisk towers over Washington, D.C.

Built in the shape of an Egyptian obelisk, evoking the timelessness of ancient civilizations, the Washington Monument embodies the awe, respect, and gratitude the nation felt for its most essential Founding Father. When completed, the Washington Monument was the tallest building in the world at 555 feet, 5-1/8 inches.

Built in the shape of an Egyptian obelisk, evoking the timelessness of ancient civilizations, the Washington Monument embodies the awe, respect, and gratitude the nation felt for its most essential Founding Father.

Jul 19, 2024 · Tickets are required to enter the Washington Monument. Reserve tickets online (reservation fee of $1 per ticket applies) or get free, same-day tickets at the Washington Monument Lodge on 15th Street near the Washington Monument.

Jan 24, 2025 · The Washington Monument, built to honor George Washington, was the tallest building in the world upon its completion in 1884. Today, it still offers a commanding view of the capital city. Please be aware this experience involves crowding, confined spaces, and heights.

What is inside the Washington Monument? Inside the ground floor lobby, there is a statue of George Washington. An elevator provides transportation to the top floor, the 500' observation deck at the base of the pyramidion.

Apr 5, 2024 · The Washington Monument Lodge (also known as the Marble Lodge) was opened to the public in January 1889 and served as a waiting area for visitors planning to take the guided tour of the monument. It also housed a public room archives for the records of the Washington National Monument society, a room for the custodian of the monument and restrooms.

For information about tickets to take the tour of the Monument upon its opening go HERE. For a list of restricted items go HERE.

Dec 18, 2024 · The Old Post Office Tower is a federally protected site offering picturesque views of the nation’s capital. From the 270-foot observation deck visitors are treated to a view overlooking several of the United States’ prized structures.

The 53 bells of the Netherlands Carillon hang in an open steel tower, a symbol of Dutch regard for the U.S. The carillon's peaceful setting, with its floral libraries and sculpted lions, is the perfect place to listen to the music of the bells.