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Thomas Jefferson Memorial

📍 Thomas Jefferson Memorial, 16 E Basin Drive SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
Thomas Jefferson Memorial
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★★★★☆

Introduction

The Thomas Jefferson Memorial is one of Washington D.C.'s most elegant presidential memorials. Built 1939-1943, neoclassical — a 5.8 m bronze statue of Jefferson, inscribed excerpts from the Declaration of Independence, and cherry blossoms by the Tidal Basin — a tribute to America's 3rd President. Built 1939-1943; architect John Russell Pope. Neoclassical — inspired by the Pantheon and UVA Rotunda. 5.8 m (19 ft) bronze statue. Declaration of Independence inscriptions. Tidal Basin — iconic cherry blossom site in spring. NPS managed; free admission.

✨ Highlights

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Neoclassical
Inspired by the Pantheon — white marble dome and Corinthian columns.
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Bronze statue
5.8 m (19 ft) bronze statue of Jefferson — solemn and dignified.
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Declaration
Inscribed Declaration of Independence excerpts on walls.
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Cherry blossoms
Tidal Basin — Washington's most photogenic cherry blossom spot in spring.
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Free
NPS managed; free admission.

🛈 Practical Info

→Free：Free; open all day.
→Cherry blossoms：Late March to mid-April — best time; very crowded.
→Night：Illuminated at night — stunning; worth an evening visit.
→Combine：With Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument and National Mall memorials.
→Access：Metro Smithsonian station; ~15 min walk or DC Circulator bus.
→Read：Read the inscribed quotes — especially the Declaration of Independence.

💡 Tips

• Free; stunning when illuminated at night.
• Late March to April cherry blossoms — best but very crowded.
• With Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument.
• Information is subject to NPS official notice.

FAQ

Any practical tips for visiting Thomas Jefferson Memorial?

Free; stunning when illuminated at night. Late March to April cherry blossoms — best but very crowded.

Information on this page is compiled from public sources. Opening hours, ticket prices and other details may change — please verify with official sources before your visit.