Operating Hours & Seasons

The Washington Monument is open daily from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The monument is closed for Independence Day and Christmas Day and one day a month for maintenance. These dates for 2024 include:

  • Wednesday, January 3
  • Thursday, February 1
  • Monday, March 4
  • Monday, April 1
  • Wednesday, May 1
  • Tuesday, June 4
  • Wednesday, July 3 (closes at noon)
  • Thursday, July 4
  • Tuesday, July 9
  • Thursday, August 1
  • Wednesday, September 4
  • Tuesday, October 1
  • Wednesday, November 6
  • Thursday, December 5
  • Wednesday, December 25

Last updated: March 6, 2024

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

1100 Ohio Drive SW
Washington, DC 20242

Phone:

202-426-6841

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