World War II Memorial

Paying honor to those that paid the ultimate price.
Through stone architecture and bronze sculptures, the World War II Memorial recognizes the ways Americans served, honors those who fell, and recognizes the victory they achieved to restore freedom and end tyranny around the globe.
Map showing location of park.
A large, empty pool with leaves accumulating on the bottom
National Park Service Advancing Major Park Beautification and Infrastructure Improvements across Washington, D.C.
The National Park Service is undertaking a comprehensive effort to restore fountains, rehabilitate historic landscapes and address aging park infrastructure across Washington, D.C. 
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.
Close up of Gold Stars in the Memorial
Photo by NPS Photo/Brian Hall
A close up of one of the Lady Freedom markers
Photo by NPS Photo
The World War II Memorial at night
Photo by NPS Photo
WWII Memorial panoramic shot
Photo by NPS Photo
Aerial view of stone columns around an oval-shaped pool at the World War II Memorial.
Photo by NPS / USPP