Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial
Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial, Presidential memorial at Independence Avenue, Washington, United States.
The memorial spans four acres featuring bronze sculptures, stone columns, and a stainless steel tapestry depicting the Normandy coastline.
Congress established the Eisenhower Memorial Commission in 1999 to create a permanent tribute to the Supreme Commander of Allied Forces in Europe.
The memorial showcases Eisenhower's journey from Kansas to presidency through sculptures, including a representation with the 101st Airborne Division before D-Day.
Visitors can access free audio guides at the memorial site, located three blocks from the United States Capitol at 540 Independence Avenue SW.
The memorial includes an electronic component through a mobile application presenting seven key episodes of Eisenhower's life with historical media content.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Inception: 2020
Architects: Frank Gehry, AECOM
Official opening: September 17, 2020
Architectural style: postmodern architecture
Operator: National Park Service
Address: 540 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024 20024
Website: https://nps.gov/ddem
GPS coordinates: 38.88720,-77.01940
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:52
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