Lincoln Memorial
"...as in the hearts of the people for whom he saved the Union, the memory of Abraham Lincoln is enshrined forever." Beneath these words, the 16th president of the United States sits immortalized in marble as an enduring symbol of unity, strength, and wisdom.
Operating Hours
The Lincoln Memorial and other sites on the National Mall and Memorial Parks are always open to the public (other than the Washington Monument, which is open 9 am to 5 pm). Restrooms, museums and elevators close in the evenings (check individual sites for hours)
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Wednesday | All Day |
| Monday | All Day |
| Thursday | All Day |
| Sunday | All Day |
| Tuesday | All Day |
| Friday | All Day |
| Saturday | All Day |
Rangers are on duty to assist visitors from 9:30 am to 10 pm daily (9:30 am to 8 p.m. November-February), with the exception of December 25. The United States Park Police are on duty 24 hours a day throughout the year.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Wednesday | 9:30AM - 10:00PM |
| Monday | 9:30AM - 10:00PM |
| Thursday | 9:30AM - 10:00PM |
| Sunday | 9:30AM - 10:00PM |
| Tuesday | 9:30AM - 10:00PM |
| Friday | 9:30AM - 10:00PM |
| Saturday | 9:30AM - 10:00PM |