Military Women's Memorial

The Military Women's Memorial is a building at Arlington National Cemetery featuring a curved granite structure with a reflecting pool and glass panels inscribed with military quotes. The education center includes exhibit spaces, a theater, and areas for events and gatherings.

The structure was originally built in 1932 as an entrance to Arlington National Cemetery and transformed into a women's military memorial in 1997. This conversion marked the first time the site was redesigned to honor female service members.

The memorial recognizes women's roles in military service by displaying personal stories and names of those who served. Visitors can connect with these experiences as they move through the space and encounter the voices and contributions of female service members.

The site is accessible and allows visitors to move through the exhibits at their own pace. Plan for several hours to explore the displays and learn about the stories featured in the memorial.

The memorial houses a comprehensive database of photographs and records documenting over 250,000 women who served in the United States military. This collection represents one of the most complete records of female military contributions in American history.

Location: Arlington County

Architects: Weiss/Manfredi

Website: https://womensmemorial.org

GPS coordinates: 38.88060,-77.06680

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:23