This informational sign briefly describes the Washington Monument, the tallest building in Washington, DC, how to visit the monument, and provides a local area map.
This informational sign briefly describes the Washington Monument, the tallest building in Washington, DC, how to visit the monument, and provides a local area map.
This informational sign briefly describes the Washington Monument, the tallest building in Washington, DC, how to visit the monument, and provides a local area map.
Washington: The ManGeorge Washington shaped the United States in both war and peace. He led the Continental Army against the British in the American Revolution. After eight long years, his small force defeated the world's strongest military. The new nation looked to Washington as a unifying figure, electing him the first President of the United States of America. Washington helped define the presidency by leaving office after two terms, setting the precedent of a peaceful tra
Washington: The ManGeorge Washington shaped the United States in both war and peace. He led the Continental Army against the British in the American Revolution. After eight long years, his small force defeated the world's strongest military. The new nation looked to Washington as a unifying figure, electing him the first President of the United States of America. Washington helped define the presidency by leaving office after two terms, setting the precedent of a peaceful tra
Prior to the dredging of the Potomac River that created West Potomac Park, this was formerly the shoreline. The pier at this location was located at the intersection of the east-west line from the U.S. Capitol Building and the north-south line from the White House. Thomas Jefferson advocated for the north-south line that connects the Washington Monument, the White House, and 16th Street to be the "Washington Meridian," a navigational aid for sailors. However, the idea never c
When the Washington Monument first opened, its elevator relied on steam generated by boilers in this building. The building is now a ranger station and is not open to the public.
When the Washington Monument first opened, its elevator relied on steam generated by boilers in this building. The building is now houses a book store, restrooms, and a ticket booth.
