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National Mall NPS

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National Mall NPS

@NationalMallNPS

Official feed for National Mall and Memorial Parks, National Park Service - caretakers of the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial & more!

Washington, D.C.

Joined February 2012

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Jun 27
Independence Day is a week away and the Great American State Fair is already open between the Washington Monument and the Capitol. Check out pavilions celebrating the states and territories, specialty exhibits, and classic fair attractions. It's all part of the celebration of
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Jun 26
After Pennsylvania, Virginia had the second largest delegation to sign the Declaration of Independence. Seven golden signatures from Virginia are inscribed into the memorial on Signer's Island including several famous names. With courage and commitment, Thomas Jefferson, George
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Jun 25
Exciting news! The Lincoln Memorial Undercroft is now open to the public. The almost three-year project created 15,000 square feet of exhibit space to tell a more complete story of the Lincoln Memorial's construction and legacy, as well as give visitors a chance to see the
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Jun 25
76 years ago today, North Korean armies crossed the 38th Parallel and invaded South Korea, beginning the Korean War. United States and United Nations forces rushed in to support South Korea. The war lasted 38 months, resulting in more than 36,000 American lives lost and more than
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Jun 24
June 25, 2026 - July 10, 2026, the Great American State Fair will be occurring 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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TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Great American State Fair
From Thursday, June 25, 2026 through Friday, July 10, 2026, the Great American State Fair will be occurring in the District of Columbia. In conjunction with this event, there will be parking restri...
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Jun 24
Leading up to the vote for independence in Philadelphia, the two delegates from Delaware in attendance were deadlocked. Thomas McKean was in support of independence. George Read was against it. Answering a plea from McKean, a sick Caesar Rodney rode through a terrible storm to
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US Department of the Interior
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Jun 24
The Lincoln Memorial Undercroft opens tomorrow, unveiling a space hidden beneath one of America's most iconic landmarks since 1922. 🎉 Step inside and see how it was built, preserved, and what it means. Timed-entry tickets now available: nps.gov/linc/planyourv…
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Jun 22
Sam Adams, Robert Treat Paine, John Hancock, John Adams, and Elbridge Gerry were the signers of the Declaration of Independence from Massachusetts. Massachusetts was the early center of revolutionary activity, sparking protests against British oppression. After the demonstrations
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Jun 21
Happy first day of summer! This is a busy time on the National Mall as we welcome millions of people from all around the world to America's front yard. The days are warm and bright, just like our rangers and volunteers. Plan your visit at nps.gov/nama #Summer
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Jun 21
Happy Fathers Day! Rising more than 500 feet above the National Mall, the Washington Monument honors George Washington - often called the “Father of His Country.” #NationalMall #WashingtonDC #FathersDay
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Jun 19
Juneteenth -short for June Nineteenth- marks the day in 1865 when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas with news that the Civil War was over and the enslaved people in Texas were free. The African American Civil War Memorial honors those who fought for the end of slavery.
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Jun 18
When the crucial vote for independence was held on July 2, 1776, none of the delegates from New York voted for it. Because they did not have clear authority from the colonial government, they abstained and the measure passed 12-0, without New York voting. Instructions finally
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Jun 17
In case you haven't heard, we're celebrating the 250th anniversary of American Independence this year. Walking around the memorials on the National Mall can always spark a patriotic thrill, but this year, it feels even stronger. We hope you'll join us for a special event and
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