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Terrific old photo of the Washington Monument being dedicated in 1885. Check out the amazing details.

Washington Monument Under Construction in 1883

Washington Monument under construction with U.S. Fish Commission hatching ponds in the foreground and Bureau of Engraving and Printing building in the background.

1877 view of the Washington Monument under construction as seen from the Tower of the Smithsonian (now the Smithsonian Castle)

1877 View of the Washington Monument Under Construction as Seen from the Smithsonian

See what the Washington Monument looked like in 1877, as seen from the Tower of the Smithsonian (now the Smithsonian Castle). This stunning view shows the Monument under construction, a testament to the resilience of the nation.

The nation's capital circa 1933. "View of Washington Monument at night in Reflecting Pool." 5x7 nitrate negative by Theodor Horydczak.

The Washington Monument in 1933: A Spectacularly Illuminated Photograph

View a spectacularly illuminated photograph of the Washington Monument in 1933. Click the photo for some great details on the Nation's Capital during this time!

A Journey Through Time: An Iconic 1928 Photograph of the Washington Monument

Take a journey back in time to 1928 and view an iconic photograph of the Washington Monument. This remarkable image captures the timeless appeal of the monument and serves as a reminder of America's rich history.

Robert Mills's original design for the Washington Monument, Washington, D.C.

Washington Monument's Original Design: A Look at Robert Mills' Ornate Vision

Explore the rich history behind the Washington Monument's construction, from its visionary inception in 1833 to the challenges and controversies it faced, culminating in the iconic obelisk we recognize today.

Monument ("Washington Monument"), Washington, D.C. Rendered perspective

Washington Monument Almost Built As Pyramid

What if the Washington Monument was built as a pyramid instead of an obelisk? It could have been if this design came to fruition.

An Incredible View of the Washington Monument in the Early 1980s

Take a look back in time at the Washington Monument in the early 1980s with this incredible view from the Library of Congress. See the iconic monument as it was in the 1980s!

Two girls view the cherry blossoms at night from the Tidal Basin, undated, Scurlock Studio. Scurlock Studio Records, c. 1905-1994, Archives Center, National Museum of American History. Neg. no. 2008-4935.

Exploring a Rare Photograph of the Washington Monument and Cherry Blossoms

Discover a rare photograph of the Washington Monument and cherry blossoms taken in the 1940s or 1950s. We dug this photo up in the Smithsonian Archives. Explore this beautiful picture!