Due to repeated electrical problems with the elevator, the Washington Monument will be closed for the rest of Thursday. It is not immediately clear when it will re-open.
According to internal documents obtained by NBC Washington, the National Park Service is expected to authorize the new addition of steel spikes atop the security fence to discourage
According to the National Park Service, officials will be installing a new feature at the Jefferson Memorial to have visitors share experiences related to their favorite national parks.
Washington’s renowned cherry blossoms are set to hit peak bloom starting Saturday, as the National Cherry Blossom Festival is expected to draw large crowds for its annual parade
Rock Creek Park is the oldest urban national park in the U.S. This weekend marks the kickoff of events celebrating the 125th anniversary of the founding of the
December 18, 2014 Mariah Timms News Writer Washington The Washington Monument will be closed all of Thursday while repairs are made to the elevators. The National Park Service originally announced that the
October 10, 2014 Mariah Timms News Writer Wash DC News A five-foot-long portion of the Jefferson Memorial ceiling fell this week, reports the Washington Post. The incident was caused by water damage,
October 9, 2014 Mariah Timms News Writer Wash DC News The National Park Service and National Park Foundation announced Wednesday that the National Christmas Tree lighting ceremony will be held December 4.
May 12, 2014 Ernesto McConnell Reporter Headlines The Washington Monument is reopening today, following an almost 3-year closure due to damage caused by a 5.8 magnitude earthquake that occurred in August, 2011.
