Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial
Designation:
Location: Virginia
📘 Park Overview
Arlington House is the nation’s memorial to Robert E. 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.
🌤 Weather Information
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.
🚗 Directions
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. 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)
Images
Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial
Credit: NPS
This image was captured from a manned helicopter flight.
Credit: NPS / Marcey Frutchey
Explore inside Arlington House and its buildings.
Credit: NPS / Liz Macro
The parlor room in Arlington House
Credit: NPS / Liz Macro
Get great views of Washington, DC, from Arlington House!
Credit: NPS / Marcey Frutchey
Activities
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Entrance Fees
No entrance fees listed.
Entrance Passes
No entrance passes listed.
3-Day Weather Forecast
Thursday, Apr 16
Sunny
High: 98.4°F | Low: 67.8°F
Humidity: 37%
Wind: 10.3 mph
Rain Chance: 0%
UV Index: 2
Sunrise: 06:30 AM
Sunset: 07:47 PM
Moon: Waning Crescent (3%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 70.2°F
Cloud Cover: 0%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Friday, Apr 17
Sunny
High: 83.8°F | Low: 66.6°F
Humidity: 56%
Wind: 11.4 mph
Rain Chance: 0%
UV Index: 1.4
Sunrise: 06:29 AM
Sunset: 07:48 PM
Moon: New Moon (0%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 66.3°F
Cloud Cover: 0%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Saturday, Apr 18
Sunny
High: 84.9°F | Low: 63.3°F
Humidity: 66%
Wind: 10.7 mph
Rain Chance: 0%
UV Index: 2
Sunrise: 06:27 AM
Sunset: 07:49 PM
Moon: Waxing Crescent (1%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 64.6°F
Cloud Cover: 0%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Weather Alerts (2)
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 3:33AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Effective: Apr 16, 2026 3:33am
Expires: Apr 16, 2026 8:00pm
The combination of 10 hour fuel moistures around 9 percent,
relative humidities around 25 percent, and wind gusts of 20 to 25
mph will lead to an increased risk for the rapid spread of
wildfires this afternoon.
Residents and visitors are urged to properly dispose of cigarette
butts, matches, and any other flammable items in appropriate
containers. Additionally, exercise caution if operating any
equipment that could create sparks and keep vehicles off of dry
grass. Most dry grasses, dead leaves, and other tree litter could
easily ignite and spread fire quickly.
Lastly, remember to obey local burn bans. For more information about
wildfire danger, burn restrictions, and wildfire prevention and
education, please visit your state forestry or environmental
protection website.
For West Virginia, visit www.wvforestry.com
For Maryland, visit dnr.maryland.gov
For Virginia, visit dof.virginia.gov
Effective: Apr 16, 2026 2:29pm
Expires: Apr 16, 2026 2:39pm
Monitoring message only. Please disregard.
Park Alerts
Park Events
Ranger's Choice- Arlington House
Visit the Arlington House main enterance or call for information about the Ranger's Choice Program available that day! Talks typically last around 30 minutes.
Location: Meet in the North Wing of the House.
Date: Jan 17, 2026 12:00am to Jan 17, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Ranger's Choice- Arlington House
Visit the Arlington House main enterance or call for information about the Ranger's Choice Program available that day! Talks typically last around 30 minutes.
Location: Meet in the North Wing of the House.
Date: Jan 17, 2026 12:00am to Jan 17, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Visitor Center & Contacts
📍 Physical Address:
Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial
Arlington National Cemetery
Arlington, VA 22211
🏤 Mailing Address:
Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial
700 George Washington Memorial Parkway
McLean, VA 22101
📞 Voice Phone: 7032351530
✉️ Email: gwmp_superintendent@nps.gov