National World War II Memorial

National World War II Memorial

National World War II Memorial

The National World War II Memorial commemorates the sacrifice and celebrates the victory of the of the WWII generation. Friedrich St.Florian’s winning design balances classical and modernist styles of architecture, harmonizes with its natural and cultural surroundings, and connects the legacy of the American Revolution and the American Civil War with great crusade to rid the world of fascism.

IN DEPTH

Frequently Asked Questions Why can't I wade in the pool? For reasons of safety. The pool has many lights and sharp fountain heads that could injure visitors. How are the...read more

Planning Your Visit Welcome Welcome to the World War II Memorial a unit of National Mall & Memorial Parks. Use the links above to find out more site specific information to properly plan...read more

In A Nutshell Operating Hours & Seasons The public may visit the WWII Memorial 24 hours a day. However Rangers are on duty to answer questions from 9:30 am to 11:30 pm...read more

Park Regulations & Safety Permits National Mall & Memorial Parks is a unique and bustling park visited by over 25 million visitors per year and issuing approximately 3000 permits per year. As such...read more

Visitor Services Public Transportation Parking throughout the District of Columbia is restricted generally (see individual area signs for site specific closures/restrictions) from 12:00 to 6:00 am to facilitate cleaning and maintenance....read more

Things To Do Bicycling Bicycles are welcome in the National Mall & Memorial Parks and bicycle parking is provided at each of the major memorials as well as along the National Mall....read more

Preservation Centennial Initiative 2016 Centennial Vision In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service in 2016, America invites the world to discover the meaning of national parks...read more

PARK PHOTOS

World War II Memorial : World War II Memorial Backlit
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World War II Memorial : World War II Memorial Wide Angle
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