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.
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.
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!
Have you heard of the secret basement of the Lincoln Memorial? Join us as we explore this mysterious area and uncover its secrets.
Take a look back at the cornerstone laying of the Lincoln Memorial in 1915. See photos from the ceremony and learn more about this historic event.
This past weekend I took a trip down to the Lincoln Memorial for the first time in a while and I thought it was appropriate to look back at a photograph of the memorial when it was being built. Take a look at this old photograph and explore the history of the Lincoln Memorial.
Explore the fascinating alternate designs for the Lincoln Memorial from 1912, never built but unearthed from the National Archives. Discover John Russell Pope’s imaginative proposals including a pyramid with porticoes, showcased in a series of intriguing images.
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.
