Take a look at what the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. looked like the day after Pearl Harbor was attacked. Reminiscent of the day after 9/11, this historic moment in history is remembered and honored here.
What an unbelievable photo from 1923! An amphibian aircraft sits on the reflecting pool in front of the Lincoln Memorial. See the amazing image and find out more about this unique and fascinating moment in history.
Check out this cool image from 1930 of a Military C-41 blimp floating near the Lincoln Memorial in honor of Abe Lincoln's birthday. See film footage of this at Critical Past!
This is a terrific old photo that we found on Flickr. It shows the Lincoln Memorial as viewed across the Memorial Bridge from Virginia. Take a look at this amazing photograph!
We made a great discovery at the Boston Public Library, though not in their building. Check out this rare find from their Flickr page and explore the history of the Lincoln Memorial postcard.
Remembering Martin Luther King Jr.'s iconic "I Have a Dream" speech at the Lincoln Memorial. Check out this amazing photo from that day and read more about it on our blog!
Take a look back to the early days of the iconic Lincoln Memorial with this rare photo from 1917, taken during construction. Plus, don't miss the post on the memorial's dedication with Lincoln's son, Robert Todd, in attendance.
Discover two sketches early drawings of the Lincoln Memorial by Henry Bacon. See the sketches and learn more about the Library of Congress, where the drawings were discovered.
This incredible photograph was taken from a bird's eye view over Lincoln's left shoulder, down onto the massive crowd watching the "I Have a Dream" speech in 1963. Get a glimpse of history with this amazing shot!
Take a look back in history to witness the cornerstone laying ceremony of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC. See photos of the event and learn more about the monument's history.
Find out why someone throwing paint on the Lincoln Memorial is the most disrespectful thing in recent memory. Plus, discover the proposed punishment for the perpetrator(s) of this heinous act.
Take a trip down memory lane with us! Revisit the Lincoln Memorial during its construction with an old photograph from the days of its building. Learn more about the building's history here!
Take a look at this iconic image of the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument in Washington, D.C. Thanks to the Smithsonian for the photo. Learn more about these D.C. landmarks today!
Take a moment to appreciate this historical photo of two young women ice skating in front of the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool in the late 1920s. It's a sight you won't see today!
Take a look back in time to 1922, when the Lincoln Memorial was dedicated in Washington D.C. with Robert Todd Lincoln in attendance. See the beautiful memorial only a few years after its dedication.
Take a look back at the construction of Memorial Bridge in the 1930s with this beautiful shot from the Library of Congress' Theodor Horydczak collection.
Before the Watergate scandal, these steps were used for grand arrivals of dignitaries and heads of state and for summer music concerts. Learn how the steps near the Lincoln Memorial were put to good use before jets flew over them.
Take a virtual trip back in time with this Throwback Thursday photo of East Potomac Park and Hains Point from the 1930s. Learn the history behind Hains Point and the other landmarks in the photo!
Take a look into the past with this exploration of the official program from the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. Watch the full Martin Luther King, Jr. speech to get a better understanding of the historic event.
Robert Todd Lincoln, President Lincoln's son, was still alive nearing 80, when the now famous memorial to his father was dedicated. Here are a series of photos from that day.
Check out this home movie footage from Lady Bird Johnson during the 1960s! The LBJ Library has an entire YouTube channel dedicated to these videos, plus follow them on Twitter and Facebook. See President Johnson, Vice President Humphrey, and more!