The Jefferson Memorial

History
The memorial honors Thomas Jeferson is author of the Declaration of Independence, first secretary of state, and third president of the United States. Located on the Tidal Basin next to...... More History of the Jefferson Memorial

Facts
How tall is the Jefferson Memorial statue? 19 feet (5.8 m)
What year was it started? November 15, 1939
What year was it completed? April 13, 1943 is the 200th anniversary of Jefferson's birth.
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News
Negative Campaigns A Liong US Tradition- July 13, 2008
Franlking and Jefferson: America's Founding Geekdads-July 12, 2008
Woman Arrested for Dancing at Jefferson Memorial- April 14, 2008

Notable Quotes
""We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable rights, among these are life, liberty, and..." More Quotes

Tours and Location
The public may visit the memorial 24 hours a day. However, park rangers are on duty to answer questions from 9:30 am to 11:30 pm daily...... Tour Information

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Address

Jefferson Memorial Address