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The Desert Shield and Desert Storm Memorial honors the courage of the Americans who answered our nation’s call, the sacrifice of those who never returned home and the families who supported them.
At @NationalMallNPS, their service will be remembered with the gratitude and respect it deserves, and their legacy will endure for generations.
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Today, the Desert Shield and Desert Storm Memorial joins the National Mall’s living history. 35 years after these operations, the memorial provides a permanent place to honor the service and the sacrifice.
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Traffic advisory for the Desert Shield and Desert Storm Memorial Dedication Ceremony and Turnstile events tomorrow (10/24)
FYI: Sunday, October 25, 2026, the Marine Corps Marathon will take place in the District of Columbia. In conjunction with this event, there will be parking restrictions and street closures that motorists should take into consideration:
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“So long as I live, I’ll never let a memorial to Abraham Lincoln be erected in that … swamp.”
Congressman Joseph Cannon opposed the proposed location for President Abraham Lincoln’s memorial. He considered the setting unsuitable and favored a site between the Capitol and Union Station.
The Potomac River site ultimately prevailed. Construction began in the winter of 1914, and this photograph from around 1917 captures the memorial taking shape beyond a foreground of marshland.
Photo courtesy of the Library of Congress
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Bird migration is underway! The park’s green spaces provide places for birds to rest and refuel as they make their way south for winter. We’ve documented more than 150 species of birds at the National Mall. Keep an eye out while you’re visiting the Mall. NPS photo
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Rush hour doesn’t end at sunset. It just moves overhead.
While we’re counting sheep, migrating birds are taking the night shift. Fall migration is underway across the country, including for species that spent their summer at Mount Rainier National Park.
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Every year, people visit the National Mall to see the memorials, visit museums, take in the views or simply enjoy a walk through the park. On World Tourism Day, we’re grateful to everyone who visits the National Mall and to everyone who helps welcome visitors to Washington, DC. NPS photo
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#OTD# 247 years ago, Capt. John Paul Jones refused to surrender.
Outgunned, burning and taking on water, Jones famously replied, “I have not yet begun to fight!”
These immortal words and the resolve behind them helped define America's naval tradition that endures to this day.
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Traffic Alert: Road closures will impact parts of Downtown Washington for the remainder of the work week due to security measures for the state visit of the President of China. Commuters are also advised to anticipate rolling closures between Joint Base Andrews and the Downtown area during Wednesday’s evening commute.
Closed Wednesday morning through Friday afternoon:
-12th Street between Constitution Avenue and E Street, NW
-Pennsylvania Avenue between 9th Street and 13th Street, NW
See the full list of closures from our partners at the Metropolitan Police Department:
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Hello, fall! Cooler temperatures and colorful leaves make autumn a great time to visit the National Mall. Come explore, take a walk and enjoy the changing season in the park.
NPS photo of changing trees near the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.
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Dedicated in September 2020, the Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial tells the story of a man who served his country as both a military leader and president.
Designed by architect Frank Gehry, the memorial features statues by sculptor Sergey Eylanbekov showing Eisenhower at different points in his life, from the “boy from Kansas” to the general who led Allied forces during World War II and the president who led the nation during the 1950s.
A massive metal screen by artist Tomas Osinski evokes the Normandy coastline and the D-Day landings Eisenhower commanded.
Next time you’re on the National Mall, take a walk over and see it for yourself.
NPS photos.
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The stories of the people who inspired our memorials are as powerful as the structures are beautiful. Explore the history of our nation and discover the symbols woven into stone and bronze by joining a ranger program.
Learn more about the people represented throughout the park. Check our website for dates and details:
NPS photo at the Korean War Veterans Memorial.
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On this date in 1787, 39 delegates signed the Constitution of the United States. #ConstitutionDay#
Today, we can explore this history at the Memorial to the 56 Signers of the Declaration of Independence. Just across the Mall, the National Archives is home to the original Constitution and Declaration of Independence. NPS photos
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At sites across the National Mall, flags fly at half-staff today in solemn commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. We remember the 2,977 people killed and those who have sacrificed since.
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The National World War I Memorial was completed in Fall 2024, including “A Soldier’s Journey” by Sabin Howard — largest freestanding bronze sculpture in the No. Hemisphere. 🌎
🇺🇸🏛️Plan your visit and connect with our Volunteers-in-Parks with NPS on site:
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More than 41 million names. 250 years of service. One powerful tribute.
The National Military Monument at the Lincoln Memorial honors generations of Americans who answered the call to serve. The temporary monument will remain on display through Veterans Day 2026.
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Dreaming of cooler temperatures and colorful leaves?
Fall is a beautiful time to explore the National Mall and Memorial Parks. As the season approaches, start planning your visit and discover ranger programs, events and activities taking place throughout the park. See the calendar at
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On #LaborDay#, take a closer look at a memorial to one of the nation’s most prominent labor leaders. The Samuel Gompers Memorial, dedicated in 1933, honors the longtime president of the American Federation of Labor.
The memorial stands at the intersection of 10th Street, L Street and Massachusetts Avenue in Northwest Washington.
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It’s been a hot week in Washington D.C. Are you hoping summer sticks around or are you ready for the National Mall to look like this again?
It's not fall yet. If you’re visiting, bring plenty of water, wear sunscreen and plan for the heat.
📸 NPS photos
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