Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial

Newer National Mall memorial honoring the World War II commander and 34th U.S. president.

1100 Ohio Drive SW, Washington, DC 20242 · Washington, DC

About Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial

The memorial on the National Mall is run by the National Park Service and tells the story of Dwight D. Eisenhower, who led Allied forces in Europe during World War II and later served as the 34th president. Visitors can see statues, engravings, and a large tapestry that recognize his life and service. It sits on Independence Avenue SW across from the National Air and Space Museum.

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Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum
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Touch a moon rock and stand under the Spirit of St. Louis at the world's most-visited aviation museum, always free.
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National Air and Space Museum
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Smithsonian museum in Washington, D.C. that showcases aviation and space artifacts.
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History Buff
National Museum of the American Indian
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Ulysses S. Grant Memorial
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James A. Garfield Monument
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Peace Monument
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