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On a knoll between the Lincoln Memorial and the US Capitol, rises this 555-ft marble obelisk, a tribute to George Washington. Surrounded by 50 American flags (one for each state), the monument is a notable DC landmark, visible from many locations throughout the city.

Preceded by many years of controversy regarding finances, location and design, ground was finally broken in 1848. The monument wasn't completed and dedicated until 1888 (by Chester A. Arthur), due to problems with lack of funding, and squabbling within the Monument Society.

Today, an elevator takes visitors to the 500 ft observation room for fabulous views of major DC landmarks. The public is no longer permitted to climb the stairs, since on one particularly hot day, numerous people collapsed from heat exhaustion while trying to reach the top. The DC emergency services system was overwhelmed in trying to respond.

Location: 15th St & Constitution Ave, NW, Washington DC 20005 Telephone 202-426-6841

Other History nearby:
(Morristown) Acorn Hall
(New York City) Alice Austen House
(New York City) American Craft Museum
(New York City) American Museum of the Moving Image
(New York City) American Numismatic Society
(New York City) Audubon Terrace Museum Group

03/17 Coming to The Washington area
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Atlantic City Beer and Music Festival Atlantic City NJ April5-6 Over 90 different breweries from around the corner and across the country will showcase their unique libations.
Connecticut Sheep, Wool and Fiber Festival Vernon CT April27 The festival, started in 1909 by the CT Sheep Breeders Association, as a program ""to promote the keeping of sheep in Connecticut"", has evolved and expanded into a premier sheep and fiber festival by providing exhibits, demonstrations and over 60 vendors from the sheep, wool and fiber arena.
Connecticut Sheep and Wool Festival vernon CT April27 The festival started in 1909 by the CT Sheep Breeders Association as a program “to promote the keeping of sheep in Connecticut” has evolved and expanded into a premier sheep and fiber festival.
Contemporary Art Fair Connecticut Norwalk CT April27-28 Modeled after our two sucessful NYC shows at the Javits Center. Each of the two shows will have approximately 100 exhibitors.
Galena Dogwood Festival Galena MD May4 The annual Galena Dogwood Festival is will take place throughout Galena. The parade will have a War of 1812 theme.