Preface: A fascinating shape -- The Father of his country -- The gift of the Nile -- Building a stump -- Stealing obelisks -- Paris and London take their prizes -- Reaching the top -- Securing New ...

After being closed for repairs for nearly three years, the Washington Monument is set to reopen to visitors on Monday. The stone obelisk was damaged during a 5.8-magnitude earthquake that rumbled up ...

Washington DC’s monuments are grand structures that tell the story of America— inspiring, deeply human, and rich with history. With so much to see and experience in this bustling city, it can be ...

Washington, D.C. landmarks are some of the most recognizable in the world. The lively capital of the United States is home to a treasure trove of iconic landmarks, from grand monuments and majestic ...

WASHINGTON, Dec. 6. ─ The long expected completion of the Washington monument obelisk, was accompanied this afternoon by setting in place the marble capstone and its pyramidal apex of aluminum. The ...