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Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial

National Park Service site · Virginia

Arlington House is the nation’s memorial to Robert E.

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  • LocationArlington, VA
  • Entrance No fee listed
  • HoursDaily, 9:30AM - 4:30PM
  • Weather now89°F Sunny
  • Alerts 1 active alert

Lee. It honors him for specific reasons, including his role in promoting peace and reunion after the Civil War.

In a larger sense it exists as a place of study and contemplation of the meaning of some of the most difficult aspects of American history: military service; sacrifice; citizenship; duty; loyalty; slavery and freedom.

Topics
  • African American Heritage
  • American Revolution
  • Burial, Cemetery and Gravesite
  • Civil Rights
  • Civil War
  • Enslavement
  • Military
  • Monuments and Memorials
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  • National Cemetery
  • Reconstruction
  • Social Movements
  • War of 1812
  • Wars and Conflicts
  • Women's History
Aerial view of Arlington House surrounded by fall foliage.
This image was captured from a manned helicopter flight. — NPS / Marcey Frutchey

Alerts (1)

Park ClosureArlington House Potential Closures Due to HVAC system issues, Arlington House may close to visitors when interior temperatures reach 85°F. Temporary closur… Read more

Due to HVAC system issues, Arlington House may close to visitors when interior temperatures reach 85°F. Temporary closures may occur with little notice to protect the safety and comfort of visitors and staff.

Things to Do

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Portraits hang on the walls of the parlor room with red velvet furniture and a small dining table.
The parlor room in Arlington House — NPS / Liz Macro

Facilities & Services

Find tours, tickets and other services available in the park. Check current hours and availability before you go.

Tours & Tickets

  • Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial Tickets

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    Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial is a place to explore the complexities of life in the mid 1800’s as America entered the Civil War over the cause of slavery…

    Book tickets on Recreation.gov 700 George Washington Memorial Parkway, McLean, VA 703-235-1530

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    Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial is a place to explore the complexities of life in the mid 1800’s as America entered the Civil War over the cause of slavery. In April of 1861, Robert E. Lee signed his resignation from the Union Army and soon after joined the Confederacy to fight for Virginia’s secession, forever changing the course of his family’s legacy. It is also place of study and contemplation of the meaning of some of the most difficult aspects of American History: military service; sacrifice; citizenship; duty; loyalty; slavery and freedom. A 20-minute self-guided tour in the North wing of Arlington House on the first floor is available by a timed ticket system. Tickets are also available for Ranger led tours. Ranger-led tours will view the outside of the house and grounds and cover a variety of topics. Other self-directed activities that do not require a ticket include visiting the museum on site, seeing the North and South Slave Quarters and exhibits, the garden and grounds areas, and the bookstore.

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Daily, 9:30AM - 4:30PM · Arlington House

Hours details
  • Arlington HouseDaily, 9:30AM - 4:30PM

    Arlington House and grounds, the museum, and the Enslaved People's Quarters-North and the Enslaved People's Quarters-South are open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Last entry into the plantation house is 4:00 p.m. The bookstore is open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. but closes daily for a half hour lunch. Closed on New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.

    Monday9:30AM - 4:30PM
    Tuesday9:30AM - 4:30PM
    Wednesday9:30AM - 4:30PM
    Thursday9:30AM - 4:30PM
    Friday9:30AM - 4:30PM
    Saturday9:30AM - 4:30PM
    Sunday9:30AM - 4:30PM

Entrance fees

No entrance fees listed.

Weather

89°F
Sunny · feels like 88°
  • Today 91° 60°
    Overcast
    9% rain
  • Tomorrow 88° 66°
    Overcast
    57% rain
  • Saturday 68° 55°
    Overcast
    66% rain

Updated 4 hr ago

What to expect by season

Summers at Arlington House are generally hot and humid, with daytime highs frequently above 90 degrees Fahrenheit and scattered afternoon thunderstorms. Please carry water while participating in physical activity and be prepared to take shelter from lightning. Winters at Arlington are generally cold, with nighttime lows frequently near freezing and occasional snowfall. Please be alert for snowplows and icy spots on roadways. Weather during spring and fall is generally moderate, but can change quickly.

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Photos

  • A park ranger talks to people overlooking Washington, DC
    Get great views of Washington, DC, from Arlington House! — NPS / Marcey Frutchey

Getting There

Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial, Arlington National Cemetery
Arlington, VA 22211

Public Transportation: The Memorial is accessible by the Blue Line of the Metro subway system. The Arlington Cemetery subway station is near the Visitor Center for the cemetery.

Full directions

Car: Arlington House is located inside Arlington National Cemetery. If you plan to come in a vehicle, the nearest parking is in the Arlington National Cemetery parking garage. From the entrance and Welcome Center at Arlington National Cemetery, one can walk up the hill to Arlington House (approximately 15 minutes-steep)

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Mailing address: Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial, McLean, VA 22101

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