The Trust is honored to announce that the governors and first ladies of Maryland and Virginia will join us for this Monumental Conversation "On the Road to 250." David M. Rubenstein, a member of the National Mall 250 Cabinet, will moderate this special discussion as we lead up to America's 250th anniversary.
We hope you can join us on September 18, 2025, from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM, for this premier event at the Lincoln Library at the Waldorf Astoria, Washington, D.C.
Please join us for this intimate luncheon and conversation about the National Mall as a symbol of American history, freedom and independence as we approach the U.S. Semiquincentennial in 2026. Reserve your sponsorship or tickets now. Opportunities and seating are very limited.
Guests must present government-issued photo ID at check-in. Guest names must be provided with each ticket purchased, and any changes must be communicated to events@nationalmall.org prior to the event.
All sales are final.
During the event, the Trust will present its History, Heroes & Hope Award to Governor Wes Moore and First Lady Dawn Moore and Governor Glenn Youngkin and First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin. The Trust for the National Mall's History, Heroes & Hope Award recognizes individuals who honor the spirit and ideals that the National Mall represents for our country, and it has recognized dedicated public servants, long-time volunteers and patriotic donors.
All proceeds benefit the Trust for the National Mall's work and mission with the National Park Service to restore, preserve and elevate the National Mall and Our Monumental Moment: The Campaign for the National Mall, a critical effort inspired by America's 250th, when the National Mall will be center stage in the nation.
This is the latest in our series of Monumental Conversations that spotlight the role of the National Mall as a symbol of our nation's independence, unity, democracy and freedom. See highlights from our most recent Monumental Conversation here, featuring bestselling author Rick Atkinson and presidential historian Dr. Lindsay Chervinsky.
The Trust for the National Mall is pleased to reprise its Monumental Conversations series for 2025. The series dates back to 2021, featuring special collaborations with leaders in arts, history and culture on the National Mall, including the Washington National Opera and the Japan-America Society of Washington D.C.