The full Lincoln Memorial story: built on reclaimed swamp, the 1912 designs that lost, the cornerstone Feb 1915, the secret basement, and the 1922 dedication.
Take a look at these two sketches of the Lincoln Memorial by Henry Bacon, the architect of the iconic monument. These drawings were recently uncovered at the Library of Congress.
Discover the story behind the iconic Lincoln Memorial Statue in Washington DC. Learn how Daniel Chester French and Ambrose Swasey created the beloved statue, which has stood in the Lincoln Memorial since 1922.
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.
Library of Congress photographs document the construction of Memorial Bridge in the early 1930s, linking Arlington Cemetery to the Lincoln Memorial.
Discover the lesser-known history of D.C.’s iconic Watergate steps, which once resonated with the melodies of the Watergate concerts. From grand visions of dignitary arrivals to captivating symphonies by the Potomac, explore the steps’ transformation through time.
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 at this photograph from 1922 of the Washington Monument from within the newly opened Lincoln Memorial. Learn more about the dedication ceremony attended by Lincoln’s son.
