Washington Monument 
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The Washington Monument is a 555-foot, white, stone obelisk built to honor the nation's first president. It has an observation tower on top accessible via elevator. It is surrounded by 50 American flags. The monument is the site a large Fourth of July celebration each year.
The history of the tower's construction is long and checkered. Congress approved the idea back in 1783 but it wasn't until 1848 that the ground was broken.
The history of the tower's construction is long and checkered. Congress approved the idea back in 1783 but it wasn't until 1848 that the ground was broken.
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The second interruption was the Civil War. Construction stopped completely during that period and it wasn't until 1878 that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers resumed the project. The monument was finally dedicated to the memory of George Washington on February 21, 1885.
Hours:
May 31 to September 6: 9am-10pm
September 7 to May 30: 9am-5pm
Always closed on: American Independance Day (July 4), Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Tips: Timed passes are required.
Disability Access: Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Transit: Metro: Smithsonian
Typical Visit: 1 hour
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