Andrea C. • August 11, 2014Stunning memorial. Even better at sunset and night. Sit on the steps and reflect at the pool.
Erik C. • July 30, 2012Such a beautiful dedication. the plaques of all the states surrounding the pond which was so serene and then waterfall with the stars that represent our fallen Heros so picturesque and also humbling
@mrfboyer • March 13, 2015Best pictures come at sunset from the WW2 monument
JH H. • October 31, 2019Beautiful open space to honor and reflect
jeyo • December 14, 2015This is a quiet space of reflection. You can feel the weight of history here, and even still see its impact with flowers laid about the monument.
Nico P. • February 12, 2019This is a great memorial. It's definitely worth a visit (especially if you enjoy history) though it is pretty solemn.
Real Living | At Home • June 20, 2013And for those who like to stay downtown, you have TRI. A “real forest” it has miles of trails through woods and marshes. It;s a great tribute to the legacy of a great outdoorsman, Teddy R.
Architect of the Capitol (AOC) • June 21, 2018The memorial to Ulysses S. Grant was dedicated in 1922. It is located in Union Square, west of the U.S. Capitol Building, by the Capitol Reflecting Pool. The bronze elements were restored in 2016.
Skye M. • March 27, 2011Best in early spring when the trees are in bloom.
CJ W. • December 27, 201126,000 from the District served in WWI. Their names are in the cornerstone. Those who lost their lives are inscribed around the side.
DC Preservation League • August 5, 2011National memorial to the 36th president. Authorized by ongress in 1973 and built in 1974-77. Architectural work of Mead Palmer and Mills & Petticord. Sculptural work of Harold Vogel.
Claire E. • July 19, 2015Built in 1993 to honor the women's contributions to the Vietnam war it is the only war memorial dedicated specifically to women
Jared C. • November 23, 2014Kramer Books and Buffalo Billiards are definitely the Teri best places on the circle.
Nick G. • May 12, 2012They have the best ice cream here! (Ask for Pistachio)
Joan E. • February 3, 2013Before/theatre, dine at Bistro d'Oc across the street. Charming, family own & operated;excellent food, ambience, lovely wines. Soak up the history IN Theatre. Enjoy excellent productions.
John M. • January 16, 2019Drop by during the daylight hours to see it best
Josh E. • September 30, 2014The view is much closer from the back (aka the northern side) but access is typically restricted back there during the day. They open it up at night sometimes so take advantage when they do.
Timothy C. • May 15, 2013Two name locator books are by state while two are by last name alphabetically. This will help you locate the officer you are looking for a lot quicker.
Mitzi Y. • April 29, 2016This area of the national mall is so peaceful and there seem to be a lot of geese and ducks to watch.
DC Preservation League • August 9, 2011Two major components (old Marine Barracks and Band Hall) of a unified composition of military buildings built in 1902-06, using the designs of architects Hornblower & Marshall and George Hadfield.
Boxfire Press • June 15, 2011Chinatown's Friendship Archway was a gift from DC's sister city, Beijing, and it's one of the largest single-span Chinese gates in the world. Don't forget to snap a pic.
C-SPAN • August 30, 2011Designed by Cass Gilbert and sculpted by Daniel Chester French this 78 ft. memorial for the Army’s First Division took 5 years to build. More info C-SPAN American History TV video.
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