Sun Rises over the statues of the Memorial
Photo: NPS Photo/Carol Highsmith
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At the Korean War Veterans Memorial, "Our nation honors her sons and daughters who answered the call to defend a country they never knew and a people they never met."
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Guided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingJunior Ranger Program
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GPS Coordinates: 38.887778, -77.047660 Address: 10 Daniel French Dr, SW, Washington, D.C. Nearest Intersection: Independence Ave. & Daniel Chester French Dr. SW
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Washington DC gets to see 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)
News
Mar 5, 2026
The National Park Service Announces 2026 Cherry Blossom Peak Bloom Forecast as Nation Prepares for America’s 250th Anniversary
The Department of the Interior and National Park Service today announced that peak bloom for the iconic cherry trees surrounding the Tidal Basin and National Mall is projected to occur between March 29 – April 1, with exact timing dependent on weather conditions. Once peak bloom begins, the blossoms typically remain on the trees for seven to 10 days.
Jan 8, 2026
National Park Service Advancing Major Park Beautification and Infrastructure Improvements across Washington, D.C.
The National Park Service is undertaking a comprehensive effort to restore fountains, rehabilitate historic landscapes and address aging park infrastructure across Washington, D.C.
Jan 6, 2026
Interpretive Transportation Services Concessioner Selected for National Mall and Memorial Parks