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Lincoln Memorial

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The Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., a grand temple-like structure honoring President Abraham Lincoln.

Lincoln Memorial

The Lincoln Memorial is a special place in Washington, D.C. that honors Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president of the United States. It stands at the western end of the National Mall, a big open park in the city.

The building looks like an old Greek temple with tall columns and is made from beautiful white stone. Inside, there is a large statue of President Lincoln sitting and thinking. On the walls, you can see words from two of his most famous speeches: the Gettysburg Address and his second inaugural address.

Many important events have taken place at the Lincoln Memorial. One famous moment was when Martin Luther King Jr. gave his "I Have a Dream" speech there in 1963. Every year, millions of visitors come to see this special memorial, which is cared for by the National Park Service. It is open every day for people to visit and remember one of America’s greatest leaders.

Images

A view of West Potomac Park in Washington, D.C. before the Lincoln Memorial was built, around 1912.
Construction workers building the Lincoln Memorial in 1916.
Chief Justice William Howard Taft, President Warren G. Harding, and former Secretary of War Robert Lincoln at the dedication of the Lincoln Memorial in 1922.
Inscription on the Lincoln Memorial marking the spot where Martin Luther King, Jr. gave his famous 'I Have a Dream' speech in 1963.
The Lincoln Memorial is a famous monument in Washington, D.C., honoring President Abraham Lincoln.
A detailed frieze from the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., showcasing beautiful historical artwork.
The Abraham Lincoln statue inside the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., with an inscription honoring his legacy.
The Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., featuring a seated statue of Abraham Lincoln.
A temporary ramp at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., built to improve accessibility during construction.
The Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C., a famous monument honoring President Abraham Lincoln.
A U.S. Lincoln Memorial cent coin.

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Washington, D.C.
National Mall
Abraham Lincoln
President of the United States
Martin Luther King Jr.
I Have a Dream

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