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)
  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.
  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

Weather info

Washington, DC experiences all four seasons. Humidity will make the temps feel hotter in summer and colder in winter. Spring (March - May) Temp: Average high is 65.5 degrees with a low of 46.5 degrees Summer (June - August) Temp: Average high is 86 degrees with a low of 68.5 degrees Fall (September - November) Temp: Average high is 68 degrees with a low of 51.5 degrees Winter (December - February) Temp: Average high is 45 degrees with a low of 30 degrees (Source: www.usclimatedata.com)