Lincoln Memorial

One of the most photographed memorials, no matter the hour.
"...as in the hearts of the people for whom he saved the Union, the memory of Abraham Lincoln is enshrined forever." Beneath these words, the 16th president of the United States sits immortalized in marble as an enduring symbol of unity, strength, and wisdom.
Map showing location of park.
Thomas Jefferson Memorial framed by cherry blossoms
The National Park Service Announces 2026 Cherry Blossom Peak Bloom Forecast as Nation Prepares for America’s 250th Anniversary
The Department of the Interior and National Park Service today announced that peak bloom for the iconic cherry trees surrounding the Tidal Basin and National Mall is projected to occur between March 29 – April 1, with exact timing dependent on weather conditions. Once peak bloom begins, the blossoms typically remain on the trees for seven to 10 days.
Interpretive Transportation Services Concessioner Selected for National Mall and Memorial Parks
The National Park Service has selected City Sightseeing Washington DC, Inc., dba Big Bus Tours, to provide interpretive transportation services at National Mall and Memorial Parks for the next ten years.
Lincoln Memorial at Dusk
Photo by NPS Photo
Lincoln Statue Close up
Photo by NPS Photo
Nations Capital Landscape
Photo by NPS Photo
Marble statue of Abraham Lincoln sitting inside the Chamber of the Lincoln Memorial
Photo by NPS/RMendoza
Lincoln Memorial view from plaza steps
Photo by NPS/RMendoza
A rectangular, white colonnaded building seen from the air
Photo by Library of Congress photo (public domain)
Marble statue of a man sitting on a chair
Photo by NPS Photo