How much does it cost to visit the MLK Memorial?

There is no fee to visit. The memorial is open 24 hours a day.

Is the Washington Monument open for visitors?

The Washington Monument is open daily from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (last tour time is 4:30). National Mall and Memorial Parks other sites are open 24 hours a day. The early evening and morning hours are beautiful and tranquil times to visit.

Can you visit the MLK Memorial?

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. There is no fee to visit. National Park Service rangers are on site to answer questions from 9:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.

When did the Martin Luther King Jr memorial open?

August 22, 2011
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Is it MLK Day or MLK Jr Day?

Day (officially Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr., and sometimes referred to as MLK Day) is a federal holiday in the United States marking the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr.. It is observed on the third Monday of January each year.

Is there a statue of Martin Luther King?

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial is a national memorial located in West Potomac Park next to the National Mall in Washington, D.C., United States. It covers four acres (1.6 ha) and includes the Stone of Hope, a granite statue of Civil Rights Movement leader Martin Luther King Jr. carved by sculptor Lei Yixin.

Can you still walk up the Washington Monument?

Timed tickets are required to ride the elevator to the 500 foot observation deck. Tickets for the Washington Monument are currently available online from recreation.gov (1-877-444-6777) ONLY; there is no onsite distribution of tickets. There are no walk up or “day-of visit” tickets available at this time.

Can you go up into the Washington Monument?

Can I go inside the Washington Monument? Yes, but the number of people allowed per day is limited. Plan Your Visit to learn how to obtain tickets.

How long has the memorial for King been in Washington DC?

National Memorial, monument built between 2009 and 2011 in Washington, D.C., honouring the American Baptist minister, social activist, and Nobel Peace Prize winner Martin Luther King, Jr., who led the civil rights movement in the United States from the mid-1950s until his death by assassination in 1968.

What are the hours of operation for Martin Luther King Memorial?

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. There is no fee to visit. National Park Service rangers are on site to answer questions from 9:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Interpretive programs are available throughout the day and upon request.

How do I get to Martin Luther King Memorial?

Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial hours and directions. The closest Metro stop is Smithsonian, on the Orange, Blue and Silver lines. Of course, the memorial is in very close proximity to the other memorials surrounding the Tidal Basin. The Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. There is no fee to visit.

What is the Martin Luther King Memorial?

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial is part of a new national network of places commemorating the Civil Right Movement.

How big is the Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Library exhibition?

The 8 ft x 66 ft exhibition is presented as eight captioned panels on the front windows of Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Library. This interactive exhibit will delight youth and mural fans of all ages. The exhibition is anchored by a team that includes: