Areas within this premier park provide visitors with ample opportunities to commemorate presidential legacies; honor the courage and sacrifice of war veterans; and celebrate the United States commitment to freedom and equality.
Photo: NPS Photo/Brian Hall
Constitution Gardens
Officially established in 1965, National Mall and Memorial Parks actually protects some of the older parkland in the National Park System.
- LocationWashington, DC
- Entrance No fee listed
- HoursOpen 24 hours, daily
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Weather now61°F Overcast
- Alerts No active alerts
Overview
Topics
- American Revolution
- American Revolutionary War
- Monuments and Memorials
- Scenic Views
- Wars and Conflicts
Things to Do
1 experience from the National Park Service, plus every activity offered in the park. Check details on NPS.gov before you go.
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Visit the 56 Signers of the Declaration of Independence Memorial
As you walk through Constitution Gardens, walk across the footbridge to Signers Island. The stones of the Memorial to the 56 Signers of the Declaration of Independence could have been tombstones had…
Learn more about Visit the 56 Signers of the Declaration of Independence Memorial on NPS.gov (opens in a new tab)
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Plan Your Visit
Hours
Open 24 hours, daily · Always Open
Hours details
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Always OpenOpen 24 hours, daily
The sites of National Mall and Memorial Parks (other than the Washington Monument) are always open to the public. Restrooms, museums and elevators close in the evenings (check individual sites for hours).
Entrance fees
No entrance fees listed.
Address
1850 Constitution Ave. NWWashington, DC 20002
Contact the park
Weather & conditions
61°F
Overcast · feels like 61°
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Today
64° 61°
Overcast74% rain -
Tomorrow
72° 57°
Sunny7% rain
Updated 4 hr ago
What to expect by season
Washington DC gets to see all four seasons. Humidity will make the temps feel hotter in summer and colder in winter. Spring (March - May) Temp: Average high is 65.5 degrees with a low of 46.5 degrees Summer (June - August) Temp: Average high is 86 degrees with a low of 68.5 degrees Fall (September - November) Temp: Average high is 68 degrees with a low of 51.5 degrees Winter (December - February) Temp: Average high is 45 degrees with a low of 30 degrees (Source: www.usclimatedata.com)
Photos
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A beautiful day in Constitution Gardens — NPS Photo -
Getting There
Washington, DC 20002
Parking Because of limited parking availability, public transportation is recommended. Street parking is available on Constitution Ave. during posted hours.
Full directions
Bicycle Sidewalks and paved paths are open to bicycles in the park. Please walk your bicycle across the footbridge to Signers Island. Public Transportation Constitution Gardens is approximately 1 mile from three Metro stops: Foggy Bottom, Farragut West
Mailing address: 1100 Ohio Drive SW, Washington, DC 20242
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