The Jefferson Memorial: Founding Father, Inscriptions & Inspiring Architecture

FAQs

• How can I get to the Jefferson Memorial via public transportation?

  The most convenient way to visit the Jefferson Memorial is via the Washington, DC Metro or Metrobus. The closest Metro station to the memorial is the Smithsonian on 12th Street and Independence Avenue on the Orange and Blue lines. From the Smithsonian station, allow for a 10 to 15 minute walk. If traveling by bus, take the 32, 34 or 36 routes.

• What can I expect to see at the Jefferson Memorial?

  The Jefferson Memorial is one of the most beautiful memorials found in Washington, DC The Neoclassical architecture, favored by Jefferson himself, resembles the Pantheon in Rome. Surrounded by white, towering columns stands a 19-foot bronze statue of President Jefferson. Along the walls of the memorial are inscriptions of Jefferson's most famous quotes taken from various texts, including the most famous words in American history - the opening passage of the Declaration of Independence.

Helpful Links

• https://www.nps.gov/thje/planyourvisit/gettingaround.htm
• https://washington.org/DC-guide-to/jefferson-memorial