Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial

16 reviews

+1 (202) 296-0004

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General Dwight D. Eisenhower, Supreme Allied Commander, 1944-1945, World War II

'Ike' Eisenhower as a teenager in Kansas

Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial, Independence Avenue SW, Washington (DC)

Dwight D. Eisenhower, 34th President of the United States (1953-1961)

General Dwight D. Eisenhower, June 1944 prior to D-Day, speaking to members of the U.S. 101st Airborne Division

540 Independence Ave SE

Washington, DC 20003

+1 (202) 296-0004

http://www.nps.gov

The Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial in Washington D.C. commemorates the life and legacy of the 34th President of the United States, highlighting his leadership during World War II and his contributions to American history.

Visitors can explore the memorial, located on Independence Ave SW, to learn about Eisenhower's journey from the plains of Kansas to the presidency, and discover the unique features that honor his service to the nation.

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4.016 reviews

Karen V.

6/23/2024

We just happened to find this memorial while waiting for our timed entry into the Air and Space Museum. It didn't look like much at first sight. Then I looked up at the Department of Education...

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Mike R.

11/5/2024

Dwight Eisenhower was an extraordinary human being. His humble beginnings, being the general in charge of Normandy, and President of the USA are amazing. He doesn't get nearly enough credit, for...

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Alexis B.

10/13/2024

I thought I'd seen every memorial in DC but then happened upon this memorial when I was in DC last weekend. It's a unique memorial - designed by Frank Gehry. There's a mesh tapestry depicting the...

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Andrea U.

5/27/2024

The memorial to Dwight D. Eisenhower, Supreme Commander of the Allied Expeditionary Force in Europe during World War II and 34th US President was completed in 2020. It was designed by...

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Eva G.

3/5/2024

This memorial is located across the street from the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. It's a beautiful memorial and a nice peaceful place to stop by and appreciate.

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