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Rules for Expression of Freedom Art Competition Available
In commemoration and celebration of the 150th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation, the National Park Service (NPS) and the National Park Foundation (Foundation) are sponsoring a nationwide Expressions of Freedom Art Competition (Competition). More »
Plan Your Visit
![]() NPS Plan Your Visit! Click "View Park Map" on the left side of the screen. Welcome! At the heart of our nation's capital, the National Mall and Memorial Parks is home to iconic structures and rich history. Plan your visit to make the most of your time in this exciting public space. Getting Here Directions: The National Mall and Memorial Parks are located in Washington, D.C. Washington is served by Dulles and Reagan airports, Amtrak, and many highways. Get the details on Directions. Hours: Open 24 hours a day. Fees: There is no fee to visit any part of the National Mall and Memorial Parks. Free tickets are required to visit the Washington Monument. ![]() NPS PHOTO The Washington Monument Things to Do Whether you want to enjoy the sights, exercise outdoors, or expand your mind, our park has something for you! See Things to Do or visit the Schedule of Events to join in a free ranger program. Visit the Iconic Memorials and Monuments:
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Did You Know?
![Burning of Cherry Trees Burning of Cherry Trees](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20121006200239im_/http://www.nps.gov/ncr/images/NAMA_burning1.jpg)
The original gift of Cherry Trees from Japan in 1910 had to be destroyed due to disease and infestation. There was an additional gift made two years later that became the basis for the trees we still have today. More...