How a monument to women finally won a place on the National Mall
When completed, the Women’s Suffrage National Monument will be the first on the Mall honoring women and their history.
Why Washington’s most magnificent monuments barely made it on the map
Some of the most iconic memorials that grace Washington, D.C., drawing millions of visitors every year, only narrowly ...
From monuments to museums: 10 must-visit places in Washington
Donald Trump’s inauguration ceremony as the 47th US President is set to take place today (January 20). If you are planning to ...
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The White House and the Washington Monument
Even if you're only in town for a short trip, visiting the Washington Monument and the White House – two marble symbols of the U.S. – is a must for any first-time D.C. visitor. Standing just ...
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How a Monument to Women Finally Won a Place on the National Mall
They were instrumental in organizing support (and raising money) for the Washington Monument, the first memorial on the Mall, whose cornerstone was laid in 1848. And in 1921, to honor the 19th ...
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Why Washington’s most magnificent monuments barely made it on the map
Some of the most iconic memorials that grace Washington, D.C., drawing millions of visitors every year, only narrowly survived being scrapped altogether. In 1791, Pierre L’Enfant drew up designs ...