National Mall and Memorial Parks
Federal Recreation Area · District of Columbia · National Park Service
This is where the nation comes to remember and where history is made. As “America’s Front Yard,” the National Mall and Memorial Parks is home to many of our country’s most iconic memorials telling the story of people and events that shaped us as a nation. Each year, millions of people come to recreate, commemorate presidential legacies, honor our veterans, and make their voices heard.
Plan your visit
Know before you go
- Phone
- 202-426-6841
- Official site
- www.nps.gov
- Managed by
- National Park Service
Getting there
What's here
Highlights: African American Heritage · Monuments and Memorials · Social Movements · Civil Rights · Voting Rights and Suffrage · Wars and Conflicts · Civil War · World War II · Korean War · Vietnam War · Women's History · Animals · Climate Change
Activities & features: Arts and Culture · Cultural Demonstrations · Live Music · Biking · Road Biking · Boating · Fishing · Golf · Mini-Golf · Guided Tours · Self-Guided Tours - Walking · Junior Ranger Program · Wildlife Watching · Birdwatching · Museum Exhibits · Shopping · Bookstore and Park Store · Gift Shop and Souvenirs
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Parks of District of Columbia
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