Trust for the National Mall

Trust for the National Mall Welcome! The Trust for the National Mall is the official nonprofit partner of the National Park Service caring for the National Mall. Bordered by the U.S.

The Trust for the National Mall aims to create a sense of stewardship and raise much-needed funds to sustainably restore our National Mall. Capitol, the White House and 10 Smithsonian Institution Museums in the heart of America’s capitol city, the National Mall is where the American story lives. The Washington Monument serves as a global beacon for democracy. The Lincoln Memorial is an iconic symb

ol for diversity and unity. The Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial powerfully reminds us of the very human cost of war. And for decades, the weary Mall grounds have served as a national stage for the turning point demonstrations and jubilant celebrations that have defined what it means to be American. The park hosts 29 million visits each year, more than Yellowstone, the Grand Canyon and Yosemite national parks combined. While most people think of the National Mall as it appears in postcards and movies – acres of pristine grounds dotted with perfectly polished memorials – the reality is a far cry from this idea.

- The National Mall is America’s most visited national park and it has no entrance fee. It is only funded through annual federal budgets that cover basic operations – but not major repairs and needed upgrades.

- Today, failed landscapes and aging monuments face serious structural problems – and hundreds of millions of dollars in deferred maintenance.

- Over a year ago, a 5-foot long chunk of stone fell from the Jefferson Memorial and the damaged area remains blocked off to visitors while it awaits repair.

- Missing ceiling tiles mar the breathtaking view inside the Lincoln Memorial.

- Flooded and cracked sidewalks near the war memorials are impassable to visitors in wheel chairs.

- Dead fish float atop a stagnant pond just east of the Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial.

- And the oldest building in the park, which is in the shadow of the Washington Monument, has sat boarded up for nearly 40 years. Together, with your help, we can save the crumbing symbols of democracy and preserve the still-unfolding story of America.

💡DID YOU KNOW? The National Mall Gateway is not only your trusted source to help educators, students and visitors connec...
09/03/2026

💡DID YOU KNOW? The National Mall Gateway is not only your trusted source to help educators, students and visitors connect with the history and purpose of the National Mall, but by subscribing and signing up for a FREE account, you’ll be the first to know about exciting updates and events on the Mall!

By clicking on the “About Gateway” tab on the National Mall Gateway site, you can sign up and subscribe to learn more about newsletters, event calendars, and even see the MonumentCam’s live footage of the Mall! 📸

As this monumental summer of America’s 250th Anniversary comes to an end, you can stay engaged and connected by using the Gateway!

Sign up for an account today by visiting gateway.nationalmall.org/en/about. Let’s keep these moments and memories alive!

09/02/2026

💡FUN FACT about the National Mall Gateway: We bring America’s Front Yard to YOU through our premier, digital learning platform…FROM ANYWHERE! Our 360° virtual tours let you explore historic monuments and memorials on the National Mall, even when physical buildings or monuments are closed.

The National Mall is more than a place to visit; it’s a living classroom. Through the Gateway, students and teachers can explore the sites, monuments and memorials, and dive deep into the stories, timelines, tours and educational resources that connect the past to the present.

Check out the Gateway at gateway.nationalmall.org to help make the National Mall accessible no matter where learning happens! And take a peek at this brief tour to help guide you through your exploring on the platform.

Continue following us all week long to learn more about the Gateway and sign up for your FREE digital learning kit today! 🏫🗺

09/01/2026

Meet Dr. Melaney Sanchez, a librarian from Mount Harmony Elementary School in Owings, Maryland, who is thrilled to bring the National Mall Gateway, our premier digital learning platform, into her classroom!

In this clip, Dr. Sanchez shares why the Gateway is such a useful tool for helping students connect with history, civics, and the National Mall in a way that feels accessible and engaging for everyone.

Special thanks to Dr. Sanchez for spreading the word about the Gateway! We are so excited to spotlight educators like her who are using the National Mall Gateway to make America’s stories come to life for future generations…from anywhere!🚌📚

To sign up and learn more about our FREE digital learning tool, please visit: gateway.nationalmall.org.

IT’S OFFICIAL! School is back in session, and our new digital learning platform, the National Mall Gateway, is here to h...
08/31/2026

IT’S OFFICIAL!
School is back in session, and our new digital learning platform, the National Mall Gateway, is here to help bring the National Mall to you…from anywhere! Whether you’re a teacher planning a lesson, a student exploring history, or a family learning together, the Gateway makes it easy to discover the stories, sites, and historic moments that shape America’s Front Yard.

The National Mall Gateway, the Trust's new digital learning platform, invites teachers, students and families to unlock immersive virtual tours, educational activities, lesson plans and unique historical moments that you won’t find in a textbook. And if you're visiting the National Mall, you can plan your trip with the Gateway! What better time to take advantage of this FREE, immersive digital learning experience and explore the importance and history of our democracy as we continue to celebrate America's 250th anniversary. Explore the Gateway and sign up for an account today!

Follow us all week long to learn more about the Gateway and how to take advantage of our FREE digital learning tool in the classroom or at home. Visit: gateway.nationalmall.org. 🍎✏

08/31/2026
We’re winding down National Park Week by saluting everybody’s best friends, the National Park Service rangers! 🇺🇸🌳🏛️This...
08/29/2026

We’re winding down National Park Week by saluting everybody’s best friends, the National Park Service rangers! 🇺🇸🌳🏛️

This Staff Saturday, the Trust shares gratitude for the National Park Service employees who care for and bring history to life on the National Mall every day! Their dedication helps more than 36 millions visitors each year connect with history on the Mall, one of our nation’s most treasured public spaces.

You can support them by becoming a FRIEND OF THE NATIONAL MALL today. Your gift will ensure the National Mall inspires for generations to come. And you’ll receive a special thank you gift while supplies last!

Visit Nationalmall.org/friend

🌳🏛️ 🙌🏽It’s National Park Week and Thankful Thursday here on the National Mall. The Trust for the National Mall wants t...
08/27/2026

🌳🏛️ 🙌🏽It’s National Park Week and Thankful Thursday here on the National Mall.

The Trust for the National Mall wants to say thank you to everyone who helps care for America’s Front Yard! From National Park Service rangers, to arborists, partners, our generous supporters, and more. Thank you for ensuring the National Mall endures and inspires for generations to come.

We are especially grateful for the Volunteers-in-Parks in Green who help NPS rangers welcome and guide visitors across the National Mall!

YOU can become a volunteer and help visitors connect to the histories and stories behind the National Mall. We’re recruiting MALLSTAR Volunteers now to celebrate America’s 250th! Visit: https://www.nationalmall250.org/mallstar

When Watch Wildlife Wednesday meets National Dog Day on the National Mall 🐩🦊🦆🏛️🇺🇸 During National Park Week, take a walk...
08/26/2026

When Watch Wildlife Wednesday meets National Dog Day on the National Mall 🐩🦊🦆🏛️🇺🇸

During National Park Week, take a walk on the National Mall to celebrate our four-legged friends and the B.A.R.K. Ranger spirit...and while you’re out there, keep an eye out for birds, squirrels, even the occasional crafty fox!

Here’s a friendly reminder from our National Park Service partners: 1.) Always clean up after your pet 2.) Always keep your pet leashed 3.) Respect wildlife, and 4.) Know where you can go – follow the trails and walkways.

Plan your visit, plot your walking tour, and get all the facts history behind the monuments at Gateway.NationalMall.org

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Celebrating the 110th birthday of the National Park Service with a brand new partnership announcement to restore and enr...
08/25/2026

Celebrating the 110th birthday of the National Park Service with a brand new partnership announcement to restore and enrich America’s most visited national park! 🏛️🌳🥳

Thank you to TD Bank for an incredible $1 million gift in honor of America’s 250th anniversary. The gift will fund preservation and educational programming at the historic Lockkeeper’s House 🏠 , the oldest building structure on the National Mall. The House now serves as a mini-museum on the Mall.

“TD’s investment in the Lockkeeper’s House is an investment in the stories that connect us to our nation’s past and will ensure we can better preserve and share its rich history with all who visit for the future,” — Catherine Townsend, President & CEO, Trust for the National Mall.

In 2018, the Lockkeeper’s House was relocated and meticulously restored by the Trust thanks to its generous supporters.

>>>>>>>>>>>SLIDE thru pics to see that “Before” shot at the end !!!

READ the full announcement at
https://nationalmall.org/content/tdlockkeepershousesupport 🇺🇸🏛️🌳🏠n

As National Parks Week continues, we’re celebrating America in Motion Monday on America’s Front Yard! 🌳🏛️👟From morning j...
08/24/2026

As National Parks Week continues, we’re celebrating America in Motion Monday on America’s Front Yard! 🌳🏛️👟

From morning jogs, bike rides, and kickball leagues, to military band concerts, honor flights and school field trips, the National Mall is ALWAYS in motion.

Today, and every day, we’re shouting out the National Park Service for helping welcome and guide 36 million visitors from around the world each year on America’s Front Yard!

Plan your visit and get all the historic facts and stories behind the monuments and memorials…and plot your walking tour or virtual visit at Gateway.nationalmall.org.

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