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Washington Monument National Monument
Operating Hours & Seasons
 

The Washington Monument is open daily from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, with the last tour beginning at 4:45 pm. The only days for scheduled closure are July 4th and December 25th.

The following items are restricted within the Washington Monument: No storage facility available

No Animals (except certified guide dogs)

No Suitcases or Large Backpacks

No Guns or Knives

No Strollers

No Food or Drink

No Mace or Aerosol Cans

Please let the Rangers running the lines know if you have any medical conditions (i.e. pacemakers) that require special attention at the security screening facility. 

Knife  

Did You Know?
Osborn Oldroyd spent his life collecting items related to Lincoln, including dozens of items associated with the assassination. From 1893-1926, Oldroyd showcased his collection in the Petersen House. The government purchased the Oldroyd collection in 1926 for $50,000.

Last Updated: September 11, 2008 at 08:05 EST